Homemade Wonton Soup with a Flavorful Twist

Serves: 3–4

Prep Time: 25 minutes

Cook Time: 15 minutes

 Ingredients

For Wontons:

• 200 g ground chicken or shrimp

• 2 green onions, finely chopped

• 1 tbsp soy sauce

• 1 tsp sesame oil

• 1 tsp grated ginger

• 1 clove garlic, minced

• ½ tsp white pepper

• 1 tsp cornstarch

• 25–30 wonton wrappers

For the Broth:

• 4 cups chicken or vegetable broth

• 1 tsp ginger, sliced

• 2 cloves garlic, smashed

• 1 tbsp soy sauce

• 1 tsp rice vinegar

• ½ tsp sugar or honey

• ½ tsp chili oil (optional, for a twist )

• 1 tsp sesame oil

Flavorful Twist Add-ins:

• ½ cup sliced mushrooms

• ½ cup baby spinach or bok choy

• 1–2 tbsp sweet corn or bamboo shoots

Garnish:

• Chopped green onions

• Fresh cilantro

• Sesame seeds

• Chili flakes (optional)

 Instructions

 Make the Filling

In a bowl, mix chicken/shrimp, green onions, soy sauce, sesame oil, ginger, garlic, white pepper, and cornstarch until well combined.

 Assemble Wontons

Place 1 tsp filling in the center of each wrapper.
Wet edges with water, fold into a triangle, press to seal, then bring corners together.

 Prepare the Broth

In a pot, bring broth, ginger, garlic, soy sauce, vinegar, sugar, chili oil, and sesame oil to a gentle boil.

 Cook the Wontons

Add wontons carefully. Cook for 3–4 minutes until they float.

 Add Veggies

Add mushrooms, spinach, and corn. Simmer for 1–2 more minutes.

 Serve

Ladle into bowls and garnish with green onions, cilantro, sesame seeds, and chili flakes.

 Q & A

Q1: Can I use store-bought wontons?

Yes! Fresh or frozen wontons work perfectly—just adjust cooking time.

Q2: Can I make it vegetarian?

Absolutely! Use:

• Vegetable broth

• Filling: mushrooms, tofu, cabbage, and carrots

Q3: How do I store leftover wontons?

Uncooked wontons can be frozen for up to 2 months. Cook directly from frozen.

Q4: How can I make it spicy?

Add:

• Chili oil

• Sriracha

• Chili garlic paste

• Fresh red chilies

Q5: What makes this version a “twist”?

The combo of chili oil, sweet corn, mushrooms, and sesame aroma adds extra depth and modern flavor.

Q6: Can I add noodles?

Yes! Add cooked egg noodles or rice noodles for a more filling soup.