Summary: Wonton Soup (馄饨汤) – A delicate soup featuring thin wonton dumplings filled with meat or shrimp, served in a light broth with scallions. Crafted with homemade pork wontons, fragrant chicken broth, 30 minutes prep time, 6 servings.
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Quick overview
- Dish: Wonton Soup (馄饨汤)
- Category: Main Dishes, Soups
- Cuisine: Chinese
- Main ingredient: Ground pork, 12.0 oz (lean and finely minced)
- Guide: 12 Most Popular Chinese Dishes: Favorite Recipes of Chinese Cuisine
- Total time: 40 minutes (30 min prep + 10 min cooking)
- Difficulty: Intermediate
- Servings: 6 servings (Serving weight: 350.0 g)
- Key technique: Dumpling wrapping and light broth simmering
- Preparation types: Boiling and simmering
- Dietary info & Allergens: Contains gluten, soy, sesame
- Suitable for: Lunch, dinner, comfort food
- Nutritional values (per 1 serving): 280.0 kcal, Protein: 16.0 g, Fat: 10.0 g, Carbs: 30.0 g
- Storage: 2 days in the fridge, 2 months in the freezer
- Pairing: Jasmine tea, light lager, sparkling water
- In a nutshell: Silky wonton dumplings in a savory, aromatic broth topped with fresh scallions.
- Last updated: 2025-01-15
WAGUU says: “A delicate soup featuring thin wonton dumplings filled with meat or shrimp, served in a light broth with scallions.”
Key facts
| Prep time: | 30 minutes |
| Cooking time: | 10 minutes |
| Temperature: | 212 °F (100 °C) boiling |
| Number of servings: | 6 servings |
In a nutshell
Wonton Soup (馄饨汤) is a comforting classic of Chinese cuisine. This recipe guides you through making delicate pork wontons and pairing them with a crystal-clear, flavorful broth.
Ingredients
Base servings: 6 servings • Serving weight: 350.0 g
| Ingredient | Quantity | Quality |
|---|---|---|
| Ground pork | 12.0 oz | Lean and finely minced |
| Wonton wrappers | 30.0 pcs | Thin square wheat wrappers |
| Chicken broth | 6.0 cups | Clear, high-quality stock |
| Soy sauce | 1.0 tbsp | Light fermented soy sauce |
| Sesame oil | 1.0 tsp | Toasted aromatic oil |
| Fresh ginger | 1.0 tbsp | Minced and fresh |
| Scallions | 4.0 pcs | Sliced green onions |
| Salt | 1.5 tsp | Fine table salt |
| White pepper | 0.5 tsp | Ground white pepper |
| Cornstarch | 1.0 tsp | Fine food grade |
Why you’ll love this recipe
- Authentic taste: Delivers the classic delicate flavor profile of traditional wonton soup.
- Quick preparation: Ready in just 40 minutes from start to finish.
- Comforting warmth: Perfect for chilly days or light nourishing meals.
Success guaranteed: Follow the precise wrapping techniques and simmering temperatures for restaurant-quality results every single time.
Recipe overview
Prep: 30 min | Cooking: 10 min | Difficulty: Intermediate | Servings: 6 | Type: Soup | Origin: China
Detailed instructions
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Phase 1: Preparing the Wonton Filling – 10 min
Appliances: Mixing bowl, spoon
1. Combine 12.0 oz ground pork, 1.0 tbsp minced fresh ginger, 1.0 tbsp soy sauce, 1.0 tsp sesame oil, 0.5 tsp salt, 0.5 tsp ground white pepper, and 1.0 tsp cornstarch in a mixing bowl. Mix thoroughly until the mixture becomes sticky and cohesive.
CP: Filling is well-blended, sticky, and fragrant.
Before moving to the next step:
Ensure the pork filling is evenly seasoned before wrapping to guarantee optimal flavor balance in every dumpling.
Phase 2: Wrapping the Wontons – 15 min
Appliances: Cutting board, small bowl of water
2. Lay out a wonton wrapper on a clean surface. Place 1 teaspoon of the pork filling in the center. Moisten the edges with water, fold the wrapper diagonally into a triangle, and press the edges to seal securely.
CP: All 30.0 wonton wrappers are wrapped securely without air pockets.
Before moving to the next step:
Check that edges are tightly sealed so the wontons do not open during boiling.
Phase 3: Preparing the Broth – 5 min
Appliances: Stockpot, stove
3. Pour 6.0 cups of chicken broth into a stockpot. Bring to a gentle boil over medium-high heat, then season with the remaining 1.0 tsp of salt.
CP: Broth is simmering gently and aromatic.
Before moving to the next step:
Taste the broth to ensure seasoning is balanced before adding the dumplings.
Phase 4: Cooking the Wontons – 5 min
Appliances: Pot, slotted spoon
4. In a separate large pot of boiling water, drop the wrapped wontons gently. Cook for 4 to 5 minutes until they float to the surface and the wrappers are translucent.
CP: Wontons float and wrappers are fully cooked.
Before moving to the next step:
Do not overcrowd the pot when boiling wontons to prevent them from sticking together.
Phase 5: Assembling the Soup – 3 min
Appliances: Soup bowls, ladle
5. Divide the cooked wontons evenly among 6 serving bowls. Ladle the hot chicken broth over the wontons.
CP: Bowls contain equal portions of wontons and hot broth.
Before moving to the next step:
Ensure the broth is piping hot when poured over the dumplings.
Phase 6: Garnishing and Serving – 2 min
Appliances: Knife, cutting board
6. Garnish each bowl with freshly sliced 4.0 pcs scallions and serve immediately while hot.
CP: Soup is garnished and ready for table service.
Required equipment
| Utensil | Ideal size | Alternative | Risk |
|---|---|---|---|
| Stockpot | 4 qt | Large saucepan | Boiling over if too small |
| Mixing bowl | 2 qt | Medium bowl | Spilling during mixing |
| Slotted spoon | Standard | Spider strainer | Dropping dumplings |
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Nutrition profile
Values per 1 serving (excluding side dishes). Calculated from average ingredient nutrition values.
| Nutrient | Per 100 g | Per 1 serving | Per 6 servings |
|---|---|---|---|
| Energy | 80.0 kcal | 280.0 kcal | 1680.0 kcal |
| Fat | 2.8 g | 10.0 g | 60.0 g |
| of which saturates | 1.0 g | 3.0 g | 18.0 g |
| Carbohydrates | 8.5 g | 30.0 g | 180.0 g |
| of which sugars | 0.5 g | 1.8 g | 10.8 g |
| Protein | 4.5 g | 16.0 g | 96.0 g |
| Salt | 0.3 g | 1.1 g | 6.6 g |
Reference intake of an average adult (8400 kJ / 2000 kcal).
WAGUU Pro level
- Pro standard: Verified recipe with precise ratios and visual checkpoints.
- Tip 1: Keep wonton wrappers covered with a damp towel while wrapping to prevent them from drying out.
- Tip 2: Cook wontons in rapidly boiling water separately from the broth to maintain crystal-clear soup.
- Tip 3: Add a splash of sesame oil right before serving to elevate the aroma.
- Tip 4: Mince the pork finely so the filling stays tender and cooks evenly.
Scientific background
Boiling wheat wrappers gelatinizes the exterior starch slightly, creating a silky texture while keeping the interior pork filling juicy and tender. Separating the cooking water from the clear chicken broth prevents cloudiness from loose flour particles.
Fine Dining – Professional techniques
- Plate composition: Serve in deep porcelain bowls with wontons arranged neatly in the center.
- Texture contrasts: Silky smooth wrappers paired with tender minced pork and crisp scallions.
- Temperature contrast: Piping hot broth contrasting with fresh cool scallion garnishes.
- Aromatic garnishes: Finely julienned scallions and toasted sesame oil drizzle.
Sensory radar
- Appearance: Clear golden broth with translucent white dumplings and green scallion flecks.
- Aroma: Savory chicken stock with hints of ginger and toasted sesame.
- Taste: Clean, savory, and subtly seasoned with balanced umami.
- Texture: Silky wrappers encasing tender, juicy pork filling.
Pairing
- BEER: Japanese rice lager
- WINE: Dry Riesling or Pinot Grigio
- NON-ALCOHOLIC: Jasmine green tea
Various preparation methods
- Shrimp and pork wontons: Add minced shrimp to the pork filling for extra seafood sweetness.
- Spicy chili oil wontons: Serve wontons dry tossed in chili oil and soy sauce instead of soup.
Allergens and dietary information
Contains: Gluten, soy, sesame • Gluten: Contains wheat from wrappers • Not suitable for: Celiac disease, vegan diets
Suitable for
Lunch, dinner, comforting light meals, family gatherings
Substitution guide
- Ground pork: Ground chicken or finely minced shrimp
FAQ
Can I freeze uncooked wontons?
Yes, place wrapped wontons on a tray in the freezer until solid, then transfer to a freezer bag.
Why do my wontons break apart while boiling?
Ensure the edges are sealed securely with water and avoid overcooking them past 5 minutes.
Can I make the broth in advance?
Yes, the chicken broth can be prepared ahead and kept warm until assembly time.
What kind of wrappers should I use?
Square thin wheat wonton wrappers found in Asian grocery stores work best.
WAGUU Petr advises: Cooking for 12 or more people?
12–16 people: Double the filling and broth ingredients, and boil wontons in two separate batches. • 20+ people: Prepare wontons in advance and freeze them, then boil fresh batches in large stockpots as needed.
Sides and serving
- Steamed bok choy – Tender greens tossed in garlic (not included in the recipe)
- Pickled cucumber salad – Crisp and tangy appetizer (not included in the recipe)
Serving: Serve hot in individual ceramic bowls with a ceramic spoon and chopsticks.
Storage and reheating
Fridge: 2 days • Freezer: 2 months • Reheating: Gently heat broth and cooked wontons on the stovetop until hot.
Author: WAGUU Petr & Team • Published: 30 Oct 2026
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Common mistakes
- Overfilling the wrappers – Putting too much filling causes the wontons to burst during boiling.
- Boiling wontons directly in the soup – Starch from wrappers clouds the clean broth.
- Incomplete sealing – Leaving air pockets causes filling to leak into the cooking water.
- Overcooking the wontons – Boiling past 5 minutes makes wrappers too soft and mushy.