Homemade Wonton Soup

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Homemade Wonton Soup

Homemade Wonton Soup is a comforting Asian-inspired dish featuring tender pork and shrimp-filled wontons served in a light, flavorful broth with fresh vegetables. It’s perfect for a cozy lunch or dinner and tastes even better made from scratch.

Ingredients

  • 24 wonton wrappers
  • ½ lb ground pork
  • ½ lb chopped shrimp
  • 2 green onions, finely sliced
  • 2 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1 tsp grated ginger
  • 1 tbsp soy sauce
  • 1 tsp sesame oil
  • 6 cups chicken broth
  • 1 cup baby spinach or bok choy
  • Salt and white pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Mix pork, shrimp, green onions, garlic, ginger, soy sauce, and sesame oil.
  2. Place 1 teaspoon filling in each wonton wrapper, moisten edges with water, fold, and seal tightly.
  3. Bring chicken broth to a gentle boil.
  4. Carefully add wontons and cook for 4–5 minutes until they float and the filling is cooked.
  5. Add spinach or bok choy and simmer for 1 minute.
  6. Season with salt and white pepper. Serve hot.

Notes

  • Keep wonton wrappers covered with a damp towel to prevent drying.
  • Homemade chicken broth provides the best flavor.

Tips

  • Freeze uncooked wontons on a tray, then store in freezer bags for up to 2 months.
  • Add sliced mushrooms or carrots for extra vegetables.
  • Garnish with chopped green onions and a drizzle of sesame oil.

Servings

4 servings

Nutritional Information (Per Serving)

  • Calories: 310
  • Protein: 23g
  • Carbohydrates: 21g
  • Fat: 14g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Sodium: 760mg

Benefits

  • High in protein from pork and shrimp.
  • Warm broth helps keep you hydrated.
  • Ginger and garlic add natural flavor and beneficial plant compounds.
  • Includes vegetables for vitamins and minerals.

Q&A

Q: Can I use chicken instead of pork?
A: Yes, ground chicken or turkey works well as a lean alternative.

Q: Can I freeze homemade wontons?
A: Yes. Freeze them uncooked in a single layer, then transfer to a freezer bag. Cook directly from frozen by adding 1–2 extra minutes.

Q: How do I keep wontons from falling apart?
A: Seal the edges firmly with water and avoid overfilling each wrapper.

Q: Can I make this soup ahead of time?
A: Yes. Prepare the broth and wontons separately, then cook the wontons in the broth just before serving for the best texture.

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