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Tasty 20-Minute Wonton Soup

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Quick soup with mushrooms, bok choy, and wontons. Ready in 20 minutes using frozen wontons to save time.
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Mena
Updated on Mon, 10 Mar 2025 18:31:23 GMT
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Making restaurant-quality wonton soup at home is surprisingly achievable. After perfecting this recipe, it's become clear that using quality frozen wontons and a flavorful homemade broth creates a comforting bowl that rivals any takeout. The beauty lies in its simplicity - a 20-minute cooking process yields a deeply satisfying meal.

Key Ingredients

Premium dark sesame oil for authentic flavor.

Fresh minced ginger and garlic as aromatic base.

Fresh shiitake mushrooms provide earthy depth.

Tender baby bok choy adds color and texture.

High-quality frozen mini wontons offer convenience without sacrificing taste.

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Preparation Method

Initial Steps:
Heat sesame oil until fragrant.
Sauté minced ginger and garlic until golden.
Add sliced mushrooms to release flavors.
Pour in broth, scraping pan bottom.
Build flavors gradually.
Final Assembly:
Add fresh bok choy.
Place wontons individually.
Simmer until wontons float.
Finish with sesame oil drizzle.
Season with soy sauce.

Serving Suggestions

Serve as a light meal or pair with stir-fried dishes. Extra broth can be frozen for future use, providing a ready base for quick meals.

Recipe Variations

Substitute spinach for bok choy, add bean sprouts for crunch, increase ginger for extra warmth, or use vegetable broth with meat-free wontons. Adjust spice levels with additional chili oil as desired.

Professional Tips

Add wontons individually to prevent sticking. Incorporate scallion greens just before serving for optimal freshness and color. These techniques ensure professional-quality results.

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Storage Instructions

Store broth and wontons separately for up to three days. Reheat broth gently before adding wontons. Broth can be frozen separately for up to three months.

Final Recommendations

Check wonton temperature before serving.

Maintain gentle simmer throughout cooking.

Adjust seasoning gradually.

Select fresh mushrooms only.

This classic soup combines comfort and simplicity, making it perfect for any occasion. The key lies in quality ingredients and proper technique.

A well-made wonton soup always delivers satisfaction.

Frequently Asked Questions

→ Can I switch to another type of mushroom?
Sure, fresh mushrooms of any kind work! Steer clear of canned ones, though.
→ What’s a good swap for Shaoxing wine?
Try using dry sherry or mirin instead. They’re great substitutes.
→ Do regular wontons work in this recipe?
Of course! Just know they’ll take a bit more time to cook compared to the mini ones.
→ Why go for low-sodium broth here?
It lets you keep the salt level in check since soy sauce and other salty seasonings are added later.
→ Is chili oil mandatory?
Not at all! It’s optional if you want a spicy kick and extra flavor.

Fast Mushroom Wonton

A warm, flavorful soup made with mini wontons, baby bok choy, and shiitake mushrooms in a tasty Asian-inspired broth.

Prep Time
10 Minutes
Cook Time
10 Minutes
Total Time
20 Minutes
By: Mena


Difficulty: Easy

Cuisine: Asian

Yield: 6 Servings (6 servings)

Dietary: Dairy-Free

Ingredients

→ Base Ingredients

01 1 cup shiitake mushrooms, sliced thin with the stems discarded
02 3 scallions, chopped small, separating the white and green parts
03 2 garlic cloves, finely chopped
04 1 teaspoon grated fresh ginger or ginger paste
05 3 teaspoons sesame oil, used in two parts

→ Soup Components

06 4 heads of baby bok choy, with the leaves separated and trimmed
07 30 frozen bite-sized wontons
08 48 ounces (6 cups) of chicken broth, low in sodium

→ Seasonings

09 1 1/2 tablespoons of Shaoxing wine (or use mirin or dry sherry)
10 1 1/2 tablespoons of soy sauce
11 A dash of chili oil for serving (optional)

Instructions

Step 01

Heat 2 teaspoons of sesame oil on medium. Toss in the white parts of scallions, garlic, ginger, and mushrooms. Cook about 4 minutes, mixing occasionally, until mushrooms soften.

Step 02

Pour in the chicken broth, bring to a rolling boil, and lower the temperature to a simmer. Add the bok choy and frozen wontons, then cook for around 5 minutes until the bok choy softens and the wontons float to the top.

Step 03

Take the soup off the heat. Mix in the green scallion tops, leftover sesame oil, soy sauce, and Shaoxing wine.

Step 04

Spoon the soup into bowls, putting about 5 wontons in each. If you'd like, drizzle chili oil on top before serving.

Notes

  1. Go with broth that’s low in salt so you can adjust seasoning yourself.
  2. When using larger wontons, let them cook longer to be fully done.
  3. For the best flavor, use fresh mushrooms, not canned ones.

Tools You'll Need

  • A large pot to cook the soup
  • Spoons for measuring ingredients
  • A ladle for serving

Allergy Information

Please check ingredients for potential allergens and consult a health professional if in doubt.
  • This dish contains soy.
  • Wheat is included in the wontons.

Nutrition Facts (Per Serving)

It is important to consider this information as approximate and not to use it as definitive health advice.
  • Calories: 141
  • Total Fat: 4 g
  • Total Carbohydrate: 17 g
  • Protein: 9 g