Description
A comforting Chinese soup featuring delicate dumplings (wontons) filled with ground meat or shrimp, served in a savory broth. This versatile soup can be made with chicken, beef, or pork wontons and can be prepared on the stovetop or in a crockpot for a richer flavor. Perfect for a cozy meal or as an appetizer.
Ingredients
🛒 Ingredients (for 4 servings):
For the Wontons:
- 1/2 lb ground pork or chicken
- 1/4 lb shrimp, peeled and finely chopped (optional)
- 2 green onions, finely chopped
- 1 teaspoon grated ginger
- 1 teaspoon soy sauce
- 1/2 teaspoon sesame oil
- 1/4 teaspoon white pepper
- 20–25 wonton wrappers
For the Broth:
- 6 cups chicken or vegetable broth
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon grated ginger
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 teaspoon sesame oil
- Salt to taste
- Optional: bok choy, spinach, or mushrooms for added veggies
For Garnish:
- Sliced green onions
- Sesame seeds
- Chili oil (optional)
Instructions
📝 Instructions:
Step 1: Prepare Wontons
In a bowl, combine ground meat, shrimp (if using), green onions, ginger, soy sauce, sesame oil, and white pepper. Mix until smooth.
Place about 1 teaspoon of filling in the center of each wonton wrapper. Fold and seal edges with water, forming triangles or traditional wonton shapes.
Step 2: Cook Broth
In a large pot, bring broth to a gentle boil. Add garlic, ginger, soy sauce, and sesame oil. Simmer for 5 minutes to infuse flavors.
Step 3: Cook Wontons
Gently add wontons to the simmering broth. Cook 4-5 minutes or until wontons float and are fully cooked.
Step 4: Add Vegetables (Optional)
If using greens or mushrooms, add them to the broth in the last 2-3 minutes of cooking.
Step 5: Serve
Ladle wontons and broth into bowls. Garnish with green onions, sesame seeds, and a drizzle of chili oil if desired.
Notes
- Make Ahead: Wontons can be prepared and frozen uncooked for later use.
- Creamy Variation: Add a splash of coconut milk or cream for a richer broth.
- Crockpot Method: Prepare broth and cook on low for 4-6 hours; add wontons in the last 20 minutes.
- Prep Time: 25 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Soup / Main Dish
- Method: Boiled / Simmered
- Cuisine: Chinese