Weeknight Wonton Soup (Printable Recipe)
Delicate wontons in flavorful broth with fresh toppings, ready in 25 minutes for a quick, comforting weeknight meal.
# Ingredients You'll Need:
→ Main Ingredients
01 -
20 frozen or fresh wontons (pork, shrimp, or chicken)
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6 cups chicken or vegetable broth
03 -
3 cloves garlic, minced
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1-inch piece ginger, grated
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2 tbsp soy sauce (low sodium preferred)
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1 tsp sesame oil
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2 green onions, sliced
→ Optional Ingredients
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1 cup bok choy or spinach
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1/2 cup mushrooms, sliced
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1/2 tsp chili oil or red pepper flakes
# Steps to Follow:
01 -
Heat a small amount of oil in a large pot over medium heat. Sauté minced garlic and grated ginger until fragrant, about 30 seconds.
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Add chicken or vegetable broth to the pot and bring to a gentle simmer. Stir in soy sauce and let the flavors meld for about 5 minutes.
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Add wontons to the simmering broth and cook for 3-5 minutes if fresh, or 4-6 minutes if frozen, until they float to the top and are fully cooked.
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Stir in bok choy, spinach, or mushrooms during the last 2 minutes of cooking to keep them tender and fresh.
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Remove the soup from heat and drizzle in sesame oil. Ladle into bowls, garnish with sliced green onions, and add chili oil or red pepper flakes if desired.
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Serve the wonton soup hot and enjoy its comforting, flavorful warmth.