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A delicious homemade wonton soup made from scratch with a filling of shrimp/prawns and pork in a flavourful chicken broth, this is comfort food at its best. Quick and easy to make, with delicious dumplings that take only minutes to make, this soup is ideal for a busy midweek dinner, and it's better than any Chinese take-away.

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Winter is all about comfort food, isn't it? And I have the very best one to soothe us like nothing else can: a heavenly bowl of homemade wonton soup. Forget about buying frozen ready-made wontons, you can get yours done in a matter or minutes with fresh ingredients that you can trust.

Prawns and pork are a combo used heavily in Asian recipes, especially Chinese. It's delicious, and gives a nice touch to these delicate wontons. You could, of course, choose only one meat, but together they taste even better. Let me show you how to make your own Chinese delicacy at home.

Wontons are nothing but delicious dumplings that can have any filling of your choice, from vegetarian to meat, or seafood. Use any combination you like, the folding is done the same way.

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  • How to cook the wontons
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Ingredients needed to make wonton soup

  • ground pork - to make the dumplings
  • shrimp/prawns - finely chopped
  • spring onion- finely chopped
  • ginger - finely chopped, ginger paste also ok
  • garlic - finely chopped
  • oyster sauce & soy sauce
  • rice vinegar
  • sesame oil
  • wonton wrappers
  • chicken broth - stock
  • pak choi - too add colour and more goodness

Step-by-step photos and instructions

Right, so all you need is some wonton wrappers, which you can find at most Asian stores. Not sure about regular supermarkets, probably the big ones do have in the Asian aisle.

Usually these wrappers are either round or square. Any would do, and there are so many ways of folding a wonton, but this one is probably the easiest.

The filling

  • To make the filling, combine the ground pork with finely chopped shrimp/prawns, spring onions, garlic, ginger, soy sauce, sesame oil, rice vinegar, and oyster sauce.
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How to assemble the wontons

  • Place about half a teaspoon of filling in the middle of the wrapper, brush the edges with water, then fold into a triangle.
  • Fold the edges together to seal, then repeat with the remaining ingredients.
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Careful with the filling, you really need a small amount, otherwise you won't be able to seal it properly. It does help to moist the edges of the wrappers with water before folding to seal it perfectly.

Some people use egg wash too, but plain water works just fine, so no need for that. Keep it nice and simple, that's the beauty with this soup.

How to cook the wontons

Bring a pan of water to a boil, add about 5-10 wontons (depending on the size of the pan), and cook for about 5 minutes or until the wontons float. The filling will be fully cooked (since it's such a small amount anyway) and the wrappers will be amazingly soft.

How to make the broth

It's super simple, and super delicious. Bring chicken stock (broth) to a boil, add ginger, garlic, spring onions, pak choi and leave to cook for a few minutes so that the veggies are tender. Add the wontons to the soup, and that's it, it's ready.

As for the broth itself, you can either go for chicken broth with ginger, garlic and throw in some spring onions and pak choi, or even use miso soup, for a Japanese twist. Whatever you choose, you are in for a treat!

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Expert tips

This soup might look complicated to make, but trust me, it can't be any simpler. The wontons are very easy to assemble, and they don't requite any hard technique - as long as the wrappers are sealed well, they will cook perfectly.

It might seem that the cooking time is very short and the filling won't have time to cook, but given that there is such a small amount of meat inside, this does cook very quickly.

It only takes 3-4 minutes for the wontons to float, and once they do, that's it, they are cooked, and can be removed from the pan. They really are so delicious!

I used the same filling for my Pan-Fried Dumplings (Chinese Potstickers) - they are as easy to put together, and as delicious. Do give them a go!

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Wonton Soup Recipe

A delicious homemade wonton soup made from scratch with a filling of shrimp/prawn and pork in a flavourful chicken broth, this is comfort food at its best; Asian style. Quick and easy to make, with delicious dumplings that take only minutes to make, this soup is ideal for a busy midweek dinner, and it's better than any Chinese take-away. Ready in just 15 minutes, this is a fantastic recipe for the Chinese New Year

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Course: Soup

Cuisine: Chinese

Prep Time: 10 minutes minutes

Cook Time: 5 minutes minutes

Total Time: 15 minutes minutes

Servings: 5 servings

Calories: 208kcal

Author: Daniela Apostol

Ingredients

For the filling

  • 100 g ground pork
  • 100 g shrimp/prawns, finely chopped
  • 1 spring onion, finely chopped
  • 1 teaspoon ginger, finely chopped
  • 2 cloves a garlic, finely chopped
  • ½ teaspoon oyster sauce
  • ½ teaspoon soy sauce
  • ½ teaspoon rice vinegar
  • 1 teaspoon sesame oil
  • 25 wonton wrappers

For the soup

  • 5 cups chicken broth (stock)
  • a handful of pak choi
  • 2 spring onions, chopped
  • 2 cloves of garlic, chopped
  • 1 teaspoon ginger, chopped

Metric - US Customary

Instructions

  • To make the filling, mix all the ingredients.

  • Place about a teaspoon of the mixture onto a wonton wrapper, then brush the edges with water.

  • Fold the wrapper like a triangle, then bring the corners together to seal. Repeat until you use up the mixture.

  • Add boiling water to a pan, then add about 5-10 wontons at a time, depending how big your pan is.

  • Leave to boil for about 5 minutes or until the wontons float and they are cooked through.

  • To make the soup, add the chicken broth to a pan together with the garlic, ginger, pak choi and spring onion, then bring to a boil.

  • Add one-two ladlefuls of the chicken broth, then some wontons.

  • Serve hot!

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Notes

  • If you'd like to see the ingredients listed in cups and ounces, please check the US Customary Link.
  • Also, the amount of ingredients changes depending on the servings, so click on the number listed to change it to the number you prefer.
  • It might seem that the cooking time is very short and the filling won't have time to cook, but given that there is such a small amount of meat inside, this does cook very quickly.
  • It only takes 3-4 minutes for the wontons to float, and once they do, that's it, they are cooked, and can be removed from the pan. They really are so delicious!

Nutrition

Calories: 208kcal | Carbohydrates: 24g | Protein: 12g | Fat: 6g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 68mg | Sodium: 1292mg | Potassium: 305mg | Vitamin A: 70IU | Vitamin C: 19.4mg | Calcium: 71mg | Iron: 2.4mg

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FAQs

What is the broth of wonton soup made of? ›

Making the broth with a combination of chicken backs, pork trotters, dry-cured ham, dried shrimp, and glutamate-rich seaweed results in an extra-savory and rich soup. Brining the shrimp that fill the wontons in a solution of salt and baking soda preserves their juiciness and makes them crisp.

How do you keep wontons from falling apart in soup? ›

Make sure there is plenty of water in the pot when cooking to prevent wontons from sticking to each other and thus falling apart. Aside from ensuring the wontons are sealed and wrapped properly with a firm grip when sealing, also avoid over cooking!

What is the difference between war wonton soup at wonton soup? ›

Wonton soup is broth with a meat filled wonton in it, usually a small cup serving. Wor Wonton uses the same broth and meat filled dumpling but they add veggies (cabbage, or Bok choy, or , celery, green onion and mushroom), maybe an egg, and a shrimp and serve it in a larger bowl.

What does wonton soup mean in Chinese? ›

Chinese culinary nomenclature

In Cantonese, they are called wantan (simplified Chinese: 云吞; traditional Chinese: 雲吞; Jyutping: wan4 tan1; Cantonese Yale: wàhn tān), which means "cloud swallow" because when they are cooked, the dumplings float in the broth like small clouds.

What is in 10 ingredient wonton soup? ›

Instructions
  • In a small saucepan, combine high quality chicken stock, scallion whites, ginger, Shaoxing wine, soy sauce, white pepper, msg, sugar, and sesame oil. ...
  • In a large pot of boiling water, add the wontons (fresh or frozen) and cook over a low boil until they float.
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Can you buy wonton soup broth? ›

Kim Lam Wonton Soup Broth, Preservative Free, Homemade - 1 l | Zehrs.

What is the crunchy stuff on wonton soup? ›

They are essentially wonton wrappers that have been deep-fried in oil until they are crispy, and golden brown and served with dipping sauce, or used as a salad or soup topper.

Is wonton soup from Chinese restaurant healthy? ›

Benefit #4: Wonton Soup is Full of Vitamin and Minerals

It's also a great dish for people struggling with heart disease since its sodium content meets the recommended amount, making it a mouth-watering dish that can satisfy anyone, regardless of the health status.

What is the meat in wonton soup? ›

The wontons in my recipe are filled with ground pork, as it has lots of flavor and a hearty texture. Replace it with finely chopped shrimp, ground chicken or turkey, or even ground beef.

Why does wonton soup taste so good? ›

The flavors of wonton soup are warm, comforting, and yet gentle on the digestive tract. The broth is simple and brought to life with a drizzle of sesame oil and, usually, white pepper. The delicate wonton pouches are not too heavy on the stomach, and the ginger is light and helps with nausea.

What is a fun fact about wonton soup? ›

Most dumplings are usually served with a thicker wrap. Wontons originate from China, with evidence of its existence going as far back as the Qing Dynasty (1644). Wonton soup was enjoyed by the rich, upper class families but after World War II, it became more widespread.

How do Chinese eat wonton soup? ›

You eat wonton soup from a bowl, with an earthenware soup spoon in one hand and chopsticks in the other. Scoop the wontons from the soup with your chopsticks and eat the liquid with the spoon. Easy.

What do you eat with wonton soup? ›

Some nice dishes to eat with wonton soup are egg rolls, spring rolls, shrimp & vegetables, chicken & vegetables, orange chicken, steamed broccoli, ribs, fish, etc. There are a lot of options you can choose from. You can also choose to add vegetables and meats to your wonton soup to make it more filling.

What is another name for wonton soup? ›

Wonton noodles (Chinese: 雲吞麵; Jyutping: wan4 tan1 min6; Cantonese Yale: wàhn tān mihn, also called wantan mee or wantan mein) is a noodle dish of Cantonese origin.

Is wonton soup good for you? ›

Potential Health Benefits. Wonton soup is an optimal source of protein and nutrients, including fatty acids, that are key factors for the promotion of longevity and health. It is packed with several vitamins, making it a premium pick for individuals maintaining a healthy weight.

What is the liquid in soup made of? ›

Soup is a primarily liquid food, generally served warm or hot (but may be cool or cold), that is made by combining ingredients of meat or vegetables with stock, milk, or water. Hot soups are additionally characterized by boiling solid ingredients in liquids in a pot until the flavors are extracted, forming a broth.

What is soup stock made of? ›

Stock is a mixture of boiled or simmered ingredients that typically include animal bones, meats, vegetables, and possibly a small amount of salt. Stocks are often used as a base for foods such as soups, stews, sauces, and gravies.

Is wonton soup considered clear broth? ›

Wonton Soup is a soup of clear broth poured over boiled, meat-stuffed wontons. The wontons are stuffed with a succulent filling made with pork or a mixture of pork and shrimp.

What is the soup in soup dumplings made of? ›

One of the major components of soup dumplings is the broth, of course. The most traditional recipes make the broth with water and pork bones. Scallions, Chinese rice wine, ginger, garlic, white pepper, and other herbs or traditional seasonings could be used.

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