Homemade Wonton Dumpling Soup

Ingredients

For the wontons:

• 20–24 wonton wrappers
• ½ lb (225 g) ground pork or chicken
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 tsp fresh ginger, grated
• 2 green onions, finely chopped
• 1 tbsp soy sauce
• 1 tsp sesame oil
• ½ tsp black pepper
• 1 tsp cornstarch

For the soup:

• 6 cups chicken or vegetable broth
• 1 tbsp soy sauce
• 1 tsp sesame oil
• 1 tsp grated ginger
• 1–2 cloves garlic, minced
• ½ tsp chili flakes or chili oil, optional
• ½ cup chopped cilantro
• 3–4 green onions, sliced
• Salt, to taste
• 1 tsp rice vinegar, optional

Instructions

1. Make the filling: Mix ground meat, garlic, ginger, green onion, soy sauce, sesame oil, pepper, and cornstarch until well combined.
2. Fill the wontons: Place about 1 teaspoon of filling in the center of each wrapper. Moisten the edges with water, fold, and press firmly to seal.
3. Prepare the broth: Bring chicken broth to a gentle boil. Add soy sauce, ginger, garlic, sesame oil, and chili flakes.
4. Cook the wontons: Carefully add wontons to the simmering broth. Cook for about 4–6 minutes, until the wrappers are tender and the filling is fully cooked.
5. Finish: Add rice vinegar if desired. Taste and adjust salt.
6. Serve: Ladle into bowls and generously top with sliced green onions and fresh cilantro.

 Optional Toppings

• Chili oil
• Sesame seeds
• Extra green onions
• Fresh cilantro
• A few drops of sesame oil

Nutrition Information

Approximate per serving, assuming 4 servings and pork wontons:

• Calories: ~350 kcal
• Protein: ~20 g
• Carbohydrates: ~35 g
• Fat: ~14 g
• Fiber: ~2 g
• Sugar: ~2 g
• Sodium: ~1,200–1,500 mg

  Q: Can I use chicken instead of pork?
  A: Yes, ground chicken works very well.

  Q: Can I use frozen wontons?
  A: Yes. Add them directly to the simmering broth and cook until fully heated through.

  Q: How do I know the wontons are cooked?
  A: The wrappers should be tender and the meat filling should be completely cooked.

  Q: Can I make the soup spicy?
  A: Yes, add chili oil or red pepper flakes to taste.

  Q: Can I prepare the wontons ahead of time?
  A: Yes. Assemble them ahead and refrigerate briefly, or freeze them for longer storage.

  Q: How long does the soup keep?
  A: Refrigerate leftovers in a covered container and use within 3–4 days.