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!