This amazing soup is a delight to make from scratch, and the flavor of homemade wontons is unbeatable! You can use store-bought wontons, but making your own adds a special touch.
Ingredients:
Wontons:
- 8 ounces ground pork
- 1 tablespoon rice wine vinegar
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
- 1 teaspoon sesame oil
- 1 teaspoon fresh ginger, grated
- 1 teaspoon brown sugar
- 2 green onions, finely chopped
- 24 square wonton wrappers (3½ inches each)
Soup:
- 6 cups (1,440g) chicken broth
- 1½ teaspoons garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 teaspoon sesame oil
- 2-3 green onions, finely chopped
Preparation:
For the Wontons:
- Mix the Filling: In a large bowl, combine the ground pork, rice wine vinegar, soy sauce, sesame oil, grated ginger, brown sugar, and finely chopped green onions. Mix well until all ingredients are thoroughly combined.
- Fill the Wontons: Place 1 heaping teaspoon of the filling in the center of each wonton wrapper. Moisten the edges with water and fold the corners together to form a triangle, pressing out any excess air.
- Seal the Wontons: Slightly lift the long edge of the wonton. Wrap the edges in opposite directions and press firmly to seal, using your finger to create a space and wetting the edges as needed.
- Prepare for Cooking: Continue with the rest of the wontons and let them rest while you prepare the soup.
For the Soup:
- Prepare the Broth: In a medium pot over medium heat, add the chicken broth, minced garlic, soy sauce, sesame oil, and finely chopped green onions. Heat until warm.
- Cook the Wontons: In a separate large pot, bring about 4 quarts of water to a boil. Once boiling, add the wontons and cook for 5 minutes.
- Combine and Serve: Strain the wontons and add them to the warm broth mixture. Serve warm and enjoy!
Helpful Tips:
- Sealing Wontons: Make sure to press out any air bubbles when sealing the wontons to prevent them from bursting during cooking.
- Cooking Time: Keep an eye on the wontons while boiling to ensure they don’t overcook. They should be firm and cooked through in about 5 minutes.
- Freezing Wontons: If you have extra wontons, freeze them on a baking sheet and then transfer to a freezer bag for future use. They can be cooked directly from frozen.
Serving Suggestions:
- Serve the wonton soup hot with a side of steamed vegetables or a light salad.
- Add a splash of hot chili oil or a sprinkle of fresh cilantro for extra flavor.
FAQs:
Q: Can I use other meats for the wonton filling?
A: Yes, you can substitute ground chicken, turkey, or even shrimp for the pork.
Q: How do I store leftover wonton soup?
A: Store the wontons and broth separately in airtight containers in the refrigerator for up to 2 days. Reheat the broth and add wontons before serving.
Q: Can I make the wonton filling ahead of time?
A: Yes, you can prepare the filling and refrigerate it for up to 1 day before assembling the wontons.
Preparation and Cooking Time:
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cooking Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
Enjoy making and savoring this delicious homemade wonton soup!
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Homemade Wonton Soup
This amazing soup is a delight to make from scratch, and the flavor of homemade wontons is unbeatable! You can use store-bought wontons, but making your own adds a special touch.
Ingredients
Wontons:
- – 8 ounces ground pork
- – 1 tablespoon rice wine vinegar
- – 1 tablespoon soy sauce
- – 1 teaspoon sesame oil
- – 1 teaspoon fresh ginger grated
- – 1 teaspoon brown sugar
- – 2 green onions finely chopped
- – 24 square wonton wrappers 3½ inches each
Soup:
- – 6 cups 1,440g chicken broth
- – 1½ teaspoons garlic minced
- – 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- – 1 teaspoon sesame oil
- – 2-3 green onions finely chopped
Instructions
For the Wontons:
- **Mix the Filling:** In a large bowl, combine the ground pork, rice wine vinegar, soy sauce, sesame oil, grated ginger, brown sugar, and finely chopped green onions. Mix well until all ingredients are thoroughly combined.
- **Fill the Wontons:** Place 1 heaping teaspoon of the filling in the center of each wonton wrapper. Moisten the edges with water and fold the corners together to form a triangle, pressing out any excess air.
- **Seal the Wontons:** Slightly lift the long edge of the wonton. Wrap the edges in opposite directions and press firmly to seal, using your finger to create a space and wetting the edges as needed.
- **Prepare for Cooking:** Continue with the rest of the wontons and let them rest while you prepare the soup.
For the Soup:
- **Prepare the Broth:** In a medium pot over medium heat, add the chicken broth, minced garlic, soy sauce, sesame oil, and finely chopped green onions. Heat until warm.
- **Cook the Wontons:** In a separate large pot, bring about 4 quarts of water to a boil. Once boiling, add the wontons and cook for 5 minutes.
- **Combine and Serve:** Strain the wontons and add them to the warm broth mixture. Serve warm and enjoy!