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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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  • Ingredients needed to make wonton soup
  • Step-by-step photos and instructions
  • How to cook the wontons
  • How to make the broth
  • Expert tips
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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? ›

For the Broth: Combine chicken, pork trotters, and ham in a large stockpot and cover with water. Bring to a boil over high heat. Boil for 10 minutes, then dump contents into the sink and let liquid drain.

Why are my wontons falling apart in soup? ›

If a lot of wontons start to fall apart, it might mean you've cooked them too long. Transfer them to a bowl immediately. Always taste a wonton before you serve them.

What are the noodles made of in wonton soup? ›

I was able to find wonton noodles (these are thin Chinese egg noodles similar to angel hair pasta) at my local Asian grocery store but if you don't have time to visit a specialty store, you can simply substitute thin rice noodles.

What's the difference between wonton soup and dumpling soup? ›

When comparing Chinese dumplings vs wontons, some key differences are: Wrappers: Wonton wrappers are thinner, are usually square, and may contain egg. Dumpling wrappers are thicker, are usually round, and don't require egg. Filling: Dumplings can be filled or unfilled.

What thickens Chinese soup? ›

Starch (potato, corn, kudzu etc.), first diluted in liquid, is very often used to thicken soups a bit and give them a velvety texture, especially in specific Asian recipes (Chinese, Japanese etc.).

Is wonton soup healthy? ›

In addition to lifting your energy levels, metabolism, and muscle production, wonton soup can also contribute to your overall health by providing at least eight percent of the total vitamin B needed per day.

Do you seal wontons with water or egg? ›

To start, place your filling in the middle of your wrapper and then fold the wrapper closed in a triangle shape. Take care to remove the air as you close it and seal the edges with water. You could stop here, with a samosa style wonton, or fold the corner in horizontally to create an envelope shape. Seal with water.

Do wontons float when done? ›

Once boiling, lower the heat to a slow simmer. After 2-3 minutes in the boiling water, the wontons will float to the surface, once floating, keep cooking the wontons for an additional 2-3 minutes.

What is the white stuff in wontons? ›

Wontons Ingredients

Here is what you need from the store to make them. Wonton Wrappers – You'll find these in the produce section of the grocery store. Cream Cheese and Sugar – The filling is made with cream cheese and a touch of sugar. Egg – You will need a simple egg wash to seal the wontons together.

What are the crunchy noodles in wonton soup? ›

They're basically deep-fried egg noodles (or fried wonton wrappers or egg roll wrappers).

What is another name for wonton soup? ›

Wonton soup, also known as wonton tong, is a handful of wontons in broth that is a side dish or appetizer. If you add noodles to it, then a little bowl of wonton tong becomes a big bowl of wonton mein.

Why is wonton soup 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 kind of broth is wonton soup made of? ›

Wonton soup is a staple of Chinese cuisine with tender wontons in a seasoned chicken broth. Wontons are like an Asian equivalent of ravioli or tortellini with a tender dough folded around a spiced meat mixture.

Does Campbell's soup make wonton soup? ›

Campbell's® Condensed Chicken Wonton Soup lets you easily prepare your restaurant favorite at home. Savory chicken stock holds tender wontons and delicate seasoning for delicious Asian flavor. Pair this soul-warming soup with stir-fried vegetables with a splash of soy sauce for something satisfying.

What nationality makes wonton soup? ›

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.

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 the filling in a wonton made of? ›

Make the Pork and Shrimp Wonton Filling

To the pork and shrimp, add chopped scallions, minced garlic & ginger, then season with light soy sauce, shaoxing wine, sesame oil, salt, white pepper, sugar, and msg. Mix in ONE direction with your hand until you see streaks on the bowl as seen in the images below.

What is soup stock made of? ›

What Is Stock? Stock is made by simmering bones, herbs, aromatics and regular mirepoix (a combination of onions, carrots and celery) or white mirepoix (onions, fennel, leeks and celery) in water for several hours. As they cook, the bones release gelatin which creates body and rich flavor and mouthfeel.

What is Chinese clear soup made of? ›

Clear soup is usually made with veggies like carrots, french beans, mushrooms, cabbage, bok choy, cauliflower, broccoli, yellow onion, celery stalks & sweet corn.

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