Homemade Wonton Soup

Ingredients:

For the Wontons:

1/2 lb ground pork

1/4 lb shrimp, peeled and chopped

2 tablespoons soy sauce

1 tablespoon sesame oil

1 teaspoon grated ginger

1 garlic clove, minced

1 tablespoon green onion, finely chopped

1 package wonton wrappers

For the Soup:

6 cups chicken broth

1 tablespoon soy sauce

1 tablespoon sesame oil

2 teaspoons fresh ginger, grated

2 garlic cloves, minced

1/2 cup sliced mushrooms (shiitake or button)

2 cups baby spinach or bok choy

2 green onions, chopped (for garnish)

Salt and pepper to taste

Directions:

Prepare the Wontons:

In a bowl, combine the ground pork, chopped shrimp, soy sauce, sesame oil, grated ginger, minced garlic, and chopped green onion. Mix well until everything is fully combined.

Place a small spoonful of the filling in the center of each wonton wrapper. Wet the edges of the wrapper with a little water and fold into a triangle or envelope shape, pinching the edges to seal the filling inside. Repeat until all the wontons are made.

Prepare the Soup:

In a large pot, bring the chicken broth to a simmer over medium heat. Add the soy sauce, sesame oil, ginger, and garlic. Stir to combine.

Add the sliced mushrooms to the broth and let them simmer for 5-7 minutes until tender.

Carefully drop the wontons into the simmering broth. Allow the wontons to cook for 4-5 minutes or until they float to the surface, indicating they are fully cooked.

Finish the Soup:

Add the spinach (or bok choy) to the pot and let it wilt in the hot broth for about 1-2 minutes.

Season the soup with salt and pepper to taste.

Serve: Ladle the wonton soup into bowls, garnish with fresh green onions, and serve hot.

Prep Time: 20 minutes | Cook Time: 15 minutes | Total Time: 35 minutes

Kcal: 250 kcal per serving | Servings: 4 servings