I have been perfecting my Pork Wonton Soup, a blend of rich chicken broth, ground pork, minced garlic, and grated ginger. Each simmer brings subtle notes of soy sauce and sesame oil with chopped green onions to create a lively medley of flavors. This version invites a fresh dive into traditional taste.
I’ve always been fascinated by the magic of simple ingredients coming together to create a dish that’s so much more than the sum of its parts. My homemade Wonton Soup is one of those recipes that never fails to impress.
I start with 6 cups of chicken broth and 1 cup of water, which form the base of a rich and aromatic broth. The key is in the pork.
I mix 1/2 pound of ground pork with 1 tablespoon of soy sauce, 1 teaspoon of sesame oil, 1 teaspoon of minced garlic, and 1 teaspoon of grated ginger. Then I carefully wrap the mixture in 20 wonton wrappers.
After dropping them into the simmering broth seasoned with 1/2 teaspoon salt and 1/4 teaspoon white pepper, I finish the dish with a sprinkle of 2 chopped green onions. This recipe is my go-to for a subtly complex and satisfying meal that leaves you wanting more.
Why I Like this Recipe
I love how this recipe warms me up from the inside out, like a little hug in a bowl. I also enjoy the cool blend of flavors — the ginger, garlic, soy sauce, and even that bit of sesame oil really give it a kick. It’s super easy to make and I dig that I can just toss the wontons into the simmering broth and let them do their thing without too much fuss. Lastly, it feels totally cozy and comforting, perfect for when I just need a hearty, satisfying meal on a cold night.
Ingredients
- Chicken Broth: Offers a savory base full of protein and minerals for flavor boost.
- Ground Pork: Packed with protein and healthy fats, it infuses a rich, meaty taste into the soup.
- Wonton Wrappers: They provide essential carbohydrates and a tender texture to encase the filling.
- Soy Sauce: Supplies saltiness and an umami kick that really heightens the overall broth experience.
- Sesame Oil: Adds a nutty aroma and healthy fats, giving the soup a warming touch.
- Green Onions: Brings brightness, crunch, and extra vitamins along with a fresh flavor note.
- Ginger & Garlic: Lend a zesty punch and help digestion while deepening the soup’s character.
- Water: Ensures a light consistency in the broth, blending all flavors together nicely.
Ingredient Quantities
- 6 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup water
- 1/2 pound ground pork
- 20 wonton wrappers
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
- 1 teaspoon sesame oil
- 1 teaspoon minced garlic
- 1 teaspoon grated ginger
- 2 green onions, chopped
- 1/2 teaspoon salt (or more to taste)
- 1/4 teaspoon white pepper
How to Make this
1. Pour the 6 cups of chicken broth and 1 cup water into a large pot and heat on medium until it starts to simmer.
2. In a separate bowl, mix the 1/2 pound ground pork with 1 tablespoon soy sauce, 1 teaspoon sesame oil, 1 teaspoon minced garlic, 1 teaspoon grated ginger, 2 chopped green onions, 1/2 teaspoon salt, and 1/4 teaspoon white pepper.
3. Lay out the 20 wonton wrappers on a clean surface.
4. Spoon about 1 teaspoon of the pork mixture into the center of each wrapper.
5. Lightly wet the edges of each wonton wrapper with water, then fold in half to form a triangle or bring the corners together and press to seal well.
6. Once the broth is simmering, gently lower the wontons into the pot; do it in batches so they don’t stick together.
7. Let the wontons cook for about 5 minutes or until they float to the top and the pork filling is cooked through.
8. Taste and adjust seasoning if needed, then ladle the soup into bowls and serve hot.
Equipment Needed
1. A large pot for simmering the broth
2. A mixing bowl for combining the pork ingredients
3. Measuring cups and spoons for the liquids and spices
4. A clean work surface or counter to lay out the wonton wrappers
5. A knife and cutting board for chopping the green onions
6. A small spoon (or teaspoon measure) for portioning the pork mixture
7. A slotted spoon for lowering and retrieving the wontons from the broth
8. A ladle to serve the soup in bowls
9. A small bowl with water to wet the edges of the wonton wrappers
FAQ
Wonton Soup Recipe Substitutions and Variations
- Chicken broth – you can swap it with vegetable broth or even beef broth if you like a richer taste
- Ground pork – try using ground chicken or turkey if you’re looking for a leaner option
- Wonton wrappers – egg roll wrappers can work in a pinch, they give a slightly different texture but it’s still good
- Soy sauce – tamari is a great substitute especially if you need a gluten free version
- Sesame oil – if you can’t find it, toasted peanut oil or even a light drizzle of olive oil can do the trick
Pro Tips
1. Try not to overfill the wonton wrappers, ok? Like, just a teaspoon of the pork mix is plenty so you don’t end up with a messy seal that might leak when cooking.
2. Do your wontons in small batches when dropping them into the simmering broth so they don’t stick together or fall apart; it’s a little extra work but really worth it.
3. Make sure to taste your broth at the end; sometimes a pinch more salt or a little extra soy sauce can really make it pop and balance all the flavors.
4. If you want a bit of extra kick, toss in a few extra chopped green onions or even a dash of chili oil after serving; it adds a nice color and an extra layer of flavor.
Wonton Soup Recipe
My favorite Wonton Soup Recipe
Equipment Needed:
1. A large pot for simmering the broth
2. A mixing bowl for combining the pork ingredients
3. Measuring cups and spoons for the liquids and spices
4. A clean work surface or counter to lay out the wonton wrappers
5. A knife and cutting board for chopping the green onions
6. A small spoon (or teaspoon measure) for portioning the pork mixture
7. A slotted spoon for lowering and retrieving the wontons from the broth
8. A ladle to serve the soup in bowls
9. A small bowl with water to wet the edges of the wonton wrappers
Ingredients:
- 6 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup water
- 1/2 pound ground pork
- 20 wonton wrappers
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
- 1 teaspoon sesame oil
- 1 teaspoon minced garlic
- 1 teaspoon grated ginger
- 2 green onions, chopped
- 1/2 teaspoon salt (or more to taste)
- 1/4 teaspoon white pepper
Instructions:
1. Pour the 6 cups of chicken broth and 1 cup water into a large pot and heat on medium until it starts to simmer.
2. In a separate bowl, mix the 1/2 pound ground pork with 1 tablespoon soy sauce, 1 teaspoon sesame oil, 1 teaspoon minced garlic, 1 teaspoon grated ginger, 2 chopped green onions, 1/2 teaspoon salt, and 1/4 teaspoon white pepper.
3. Lay out the 20 wonton wrappers on a clean surface.
4. Spoon about 1 teaspoon of the pork mixture into the center of each wrapper.
5. Lightly wet the edges of each wonton wrapper with water, then fold in half to form a triangle or bring the corners together and press to seal well.
6. Once the broth is simmering, gently lower the wontons into the pot; do it in batches so they don’t stick together.
7. Let the wontons cook for about 5 minutes or until they float to the top and the pork filling is cooked through.
8. Taste and adjust seasoning if needed, then ladle the soup into bowls and serve hot.
