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Weeknight Wonton Soup

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Quick and comforting wonton soup made with homemade or store-bought wontons, a flavorful broth, and vibrant toppings—perfect for a cozy weeknight dinner.

Ingredients

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  • 20–24 store‑bought or homemade pork (or chicken) wontons
  • 6 cups low‑sodium chicken broth
  • 2 cups water
  • 1-inch piece fresh ginger, sliced
  • 2 cloves garlic, smashed
  • 2 tablespoons soy sauce
  • 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
  • 1 teaspoon sesame oil
  • 2 cups baby spinach or bok choy, chopped
  • 2 green onions, thinly sliced
  • Salt and white pepper, to taste
  • Optional garnishes: cilantro, chili oil, sesame seeds

Instructions

  1. In a large pot, combine chicken broth, water, ginger, garlic, soy sauce, and rice vinegar. Bring to a simmer over medium heat.
  2. Gently add the wontons in a single layer. Simmer until they float and are cooked through, about 4–6 minutes.
  3. Remove ginger and garlic pieces. Stir in sesame oil.
  4. Add spinach or bok choy and simmer until just wilted, about 1–2 minutes.
  5. Taste and season with salt and white pepper as needed.
  6. Ladle into bowls, topping each with green onions and any optional garnishes.
  7. Serve hot with a side of chili oil or soy sauce for dipping.

Notes

  • Use pre-made wontons to save time—fresh or frozen varieties work well.
  • Customize by swapping pork for shrimp or veggie wontons.
  • Make it heartier by adding sliced mushrooms, shredded chicken, or noodles.
  • Store broth and wontons separately for up to 3 days; reheat broth and add fresh wontons when ready to serve.
  • Adjust seasoning—add a dash of fish sauce or chili crisp for extra flavor.

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