Description

This homemade Wonton Soup recipe features tender pork-filled wontons simmered in a savory chicken broth with fresh bok choy and green onion garnish. Perfectly balanced with ginger, garlic, and sesame oil, this comforting Chinese classic is easy to prepare from scratch and ideal for a warming meal.

Ingredients

Wonton Filling

8 oz ground pork
1 tablespoon soy sauce
1 tablespoon sesame oil
1 teaspoon grated ginger
1 garlic clove, minced
2 green onions, finely chopped
1 egg, beaten
1/4 teaspoon white pepper
30 square wonton wrappers

Broth and Garnish

6 cups low-sodium chicken broth
1 tablespoon soy sauce
1 teaspoon sesame oil
1 cup baby bok choy, chopped
2 green onions, sliced for garnish

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Instructions

Prepare the filling: In a bowl, combine ground pork, soy sauce, sesame oil, grated ginger, minced garlic, chopped green onions, beaten egg, and white pepper. Mix thoroughly until well combined to ensure the filling is flavorful and cohesive.
Assemble the wontons: Place a wonton wrapper on a clean surface. Spoon about 1 teaspoon of the filling into the center. Moisten the edges with water to help seal, then fold the wrapper into a triangle and press the edges firmly. Bring the two corners together and pinch to form the traditional wonton shape. Repeat this process with the remaining wrappers and filling.
Prepare the broth: In a large pot, bring the chicken broth to a simmer. Add soy sauce and sesame oil to enhance the flavor. Once simmering, add the chopped baby bok choy and cook it for 2 minutes to soften while retaining its color and crunch.
Cook the wontons: Carefully add the prepared wontons to the simmering broth. Let them cook for 4 to 5 minutes or until they float to the surface and the pork filling inside is fully cooked through.
Serve and garnish: Ladle the hot soup with wontons and bok choy into bowls. Garnish with the sliced green onions for added freshness and a mild onion flavor. Serve immediately for best taste.

Notes

You can substitute ground chicken or shrimp for pork to vary the flavor and texture.
For a spicier broth, add a dash of chili oil or red pepper flakes during simmering.
Wontons can be assembled ahead of time and frozen for up to 1 month. Cook from frozen, adding a couple of extra minutes to the boiling time.