Homemade Wonton Soup

This Homemade Wonton Soup is a comforting and flavorful dish with delicate dumplings filled with seasoned ground meat, floating in a rich, aromatic broth. It’s surprisingly easy to make and perfect for a cozy meal.

Ingredients

For the Wontons:

• 30-40 wonton wrappers
• ½ lb (225g) ground pork (or ground chicken/shrimp)
• 1 tbsp soy sauce
• 1 tbsp oyster sauce
• 1 tsp sesame oil
• ½ tsp ground white pepper
• 1 tsp grated ginger
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 2 green onions, finely chopped
• 1 tsp cornstarch (to bind the filling)

For the Broth:

• 6 cups chicken broth (preferably homemade or low-sodium)
• 1 tbsp soy sauce
• 1 tbsp oyster sauce (optional)
• 1 tsp sesame oil
• 1-inch piece of ginger, sliced
• 2 cloves garlic, smashed
• 2 green onions, chopped
• ½ tsp ground white pepper
• Salt to taste

For Garnish:

• Sliced green onions
• Chopped cilantro
• A drizzle of chili oil (optional)

Instructions

Step 1: Prepare the Wonton Filling

1. In a bowl, mix together the ground pork, soy sauce, oyster sauce, sesame oil, white pepper, ginger, garlic, green onions, and cornstarch.
2. Stir until well combined and slightly sticky.

Step 2: Wrap the Wontons

1. Place a small teaspoon of filling in the center of a wonton wrapper.
2. Moisten the edges with water, fold into a triangle, and press the edges to seal.
3. Take the two corners and bring them together, pinching them to form the classic wonton shape.
4. Repeat with the remaining wrappers.

Step 3: Make the Broth

1. In a large pot, heat the chicken broth over medium heat.
2. Add soy sauce, oyster sauce, sesame oil, ginger, garlic, green onions, and white pepper.
3. Simmer for 10-15 minutes, then strain out the ginger and garlic.

Step 4: Cook the Wontons

1. Bring a separate pot of water to a gentle boil.
2. Drop the wontons in and cook for 3-5 minutes, or until they float to the top.
3. Remove with a slotted spoon and place into serving bowls.

Step 5: Assemble the Soup

1. Ladle the hot broth over the cooked wontons.
2. Garnish with green onions, cilantro, and chili oil (if using).

Tips for the Best Wonton Soup

✔ Use fresh wonton wrappers for the best texture.
✔ Don’t overcrowd the pot when cooking wontons—cook them in batches if necessary.
✔ For extra flavor, add bok choy, mushrooms, or baby spinach to the broth.
✔ Freeze extra wontons by placing them on a baking sheet in a single layer, then transferring them to a freezer bag once frozen. Cook from frozen without thawing.

This easy and delicious wonton soup is perfect for a cozy night in. Enjoy!