Wonton Soup Recipe

Name: Wonton Soup
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: Soup Base; 8 cups chicken stock (or canned broth); 3 scallions, left whole; 2 inches fresh ginger, peeled and sliced into thin coins; kosher salt, to taste; Wontons; 2 tablespoons chicken stock (or canned broth); 2 1/4 teaspoons cornstarch; 1 tablespoon minced scallion; 1 inch fresh ginger, peeled and minced; 1/4 lb ground pork; 1 tablespoon soy sauce; 1 tablespoon dry sherry; 1 teaspoon sesame oil; 1 pinch sugar; 20 wonton wrappers (3 1/2 inch squares); Soup addition; 1 cup fresh spinach leaves, torn into large pieces and packed in cup

Servings: persons

Soup Base
8 cups chicken stock (or canned broth)
3 scallions, left whole
2 inches fresh ginger, peeled and sliced into thin coins
kosher salt, to taste
Wontons
2 tablespoons chicken stock (or canned broth)
2 1/4 teaspoons cornstarch
1 tablespoon minced scallion
1 inch fresh ginger, peeled and minced
1/4 lb ground pork
1 tablespoon soy sauce
1 tablespoon dry sherry
1 teaspoon sesame oil
1 pinch sugar
20 wonton wrappers (3 1/2 inch squares)
Soup addition
1 cup fresh spinach leaves, torn into large pieces and packed in cup

1
Soup Base:.
2
Place ingredients for soup base into a large soup pot and bring to a boil over medium heat.
3
Once boiling, reduce heat to low, cover and simmer for 10 minutes to combine flavors.
4
Remove broth from heat and set aside.
5
Wontons:.
6
Place 2 tbsp chicken stock and cornstarch into a large mixing bowl and stir to combine.
7
Add minced scallions, minced ginger, pork, soy sauce, dry sherry, sesame oil, and sugar, and stir well.
8
Fill a cup with water and set it nearby.
9
Place a wrapper in front of you so that it looks like a diamond.
10
Dip your finger in the water and moisten all 4 edges of the wrapper.
11
Place about 1 tsp of the meat mixture in the center of the wrapper and fold in half over the filling to make a triangle.
12
Press firmly along the sides to seal it and remove any excess trapped air.
13
Moisten the left and right corners of the triangle and pinch them together.
14
Place stuffed wonton on a wax paper lined baking sheet and cover lightly with a kitchen towel.
15
Repeat until all wontons are made.
16
Soup:.
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Bring reserved broth to a boil, cover and reduce heat to medium low.
18
Add wontons to simmering broth.
19
Stir occasionally until wonton filling is firm and cooked through - about 5 minutes.
20
Stir in spinach leaves and cook for 30 seconds until they wilt.
21
Serve hot.

1061

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

158

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 18 ingredients. The key ingredients include: Soup Base, 8 cups chicken stock (or canned broth), 3 scallions, left whole, 2 inches fresh ginger, peeled and sliced into thin coins, and more.

Yes, Wonton Soup falls under the Soups & Stews category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Wonton Soup

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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