Wonton Soup
Wonton soup is a delightful bowl of comfort that warms the heart and soul. This easy-to-make recipe combines tender wontons filled with savory pork or shrimp, simmered in a fragrant broth infused with garlic and ginger. Perfect for chilly nights or casual gatherings, this soup not only satisfies your taste buds but also brings friends and family together. With just a handful of ingredients, you’ll create a gourmet experience that’s sure to impress.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: Asian
Ingredients
Scale
- 12 wonton wrappers
- 1 cup ground pork or shrimp
- 6 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 thumb-sized piece of fresh ginger, sliced
- 2 green onions, chopped
- 1 cup baby bok choy, chopped
- 2 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tsp sesame oil
Instructions
- In a large pot, heat chicken broth over medium heat. Add ginger and garlic; simmer for flavor infusion.
- Carefully drop in wontons and cook for about 5 minutes until they float.
- Stir in baby bok choy; cook for an additional 2 minutes until tender.
- Add soy sauce and sesame oil to taste; mix well.
- Serve hot garnished with chopped green onions.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (300g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 780mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 60mg
Keywords: - For added flavor, use homemade broth if possible. - Customize with different proteins like tofu or chicken. - Store leftover soup in separate containers for up to three days.