What does Chinese wonton soup taste like?

Although Chinese wonton soup recipes vary across the country, most of them start with a simple broth. This version of wonton soup is made in the Hong Kong style, with a mild chicken broth, tender chicken or pork dumplings, and the rich flavors of dark soy sauce and sesame oil. The soup broth has a savory, nutty, and umami flavor that's the perfect balance for the flavorful dumplings. Garnish with fresh cilantro and green onions for an extra pop of color and flavor.

What food goes well with wonton soup?

A good bowl of wonton soup can definitely be enjoyed as a meal on its own, but it's much more fun to eat with your favorite dim sum or Chinese takeout recipes. Pair it with steamed buns, egg rolls, steamed veggies, Char Siu Chicken , Instant Pot Braised Pork , Pork Noodles , Miso Black Cod (Sablefish) , and so much more.

What to do with leftover wonton soup?

This amazing wonton soup can easily be stored for later. The best way is to chill the leftovers in the fridge, then reheat them in a pot on the stove the next day. You can also microwave a bowl of the soup for 2-3 minutes at a time or until fully heated. The dumplings may begin to soften after being heated twice, so it's best to warm the soup up quickly. Don't forget to add your garnish right before serving!

Easy Wonton Soup

Name: Easy Wonton Soup
Prep time: 1 min
Cook time: 9 min
Total time: 10 min
Cuisine: Chinese
Ingredients: 8-12 wontons, fresh or frozen (I use chicken and cilantro wontons); 3 cups chicken stock; 2 cups water, divided; 1/4 teaspoon salt; 1 tablespoon dark soy sauce (or regular soy sauce); 1/2 tablespoon sesame oil; 1 tablespoon fresh cilantro, chopped; 1 teaspoon green onions, sliced

Description

Easy 10-minute Wonton Soup is filling, delicious, and so flavorful. With a light, savory broth and tender dumplings, this homemade wonton soup is the perfect lunch or dinner for cozy nights in. The best part? It's easy enough that you can make it in no time at all. With just a handful of simple ingredients, this soup is ready in just 10 minutes! It'll become your new go-to recipe when you want a warm, comforting meal in a hurry.

Ingredients

8-12 wontons, fresh or frozen (I use chicken and cilantro wontons)
3 cups chicken stock
2 cups water, divided
1/4 teaspoon salt
1 tablespoon dark soy sauce (or regular soy sauce)
1/2 tablespoon sesame oil
1 tablespoon fresh cilantro, chopped
1 teaspoon green onions, sliced

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Instructions

In a small saucepan, add chicken stock, 1 cup of water, and salt, and bring to a boil over medium-high heat. Add wontons and cook until they float to the top, about 5 minutes.
Add one cup of cold water and let the wontons float to the top again, about 5 more minutes.
Once the wontons float to the top again, add soy sauce and sesame oil and goive the soup a gentle stir.
Use a slotted spoon to scoop the wontons out and place into a large soup bowl. Top up with the soup base. Garnish with cilantro and green onions and serve hot.

Notes

How to store: Store leftover soup in an airtight container in the fridge for 3-4 days. Be sure to refrigerate the leftovers within 2 hours of cooking. Store the leftover cilantro and green onions separately.

How to reheat: Wonton soup is best served fresh to maintain the texture of the wonton wrappers. If you have leftovers, place them in a small pot on the stove and warm the mixture until piping hot. Garnish with fresh herbs and onions.

How to freeze: If you'd like to freeze the leftovers, you can freeze the chilled soup base store in freezer-safe containers and freeze for 3-6 months. Thaw in the fridge before reheating. The dumplings cannot be frozen after cooked. You can freeze them before cooking. See our Egg and Chive Vegetarian Dumplings for tips on storing.

Prep Time: 1 minute
Cook Time: 9 minutes
Category: Soup
Method: Stovetop
Cuisine: Chinese