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Homemade Wonton Soup – A Cozy & Flavorful Classic!

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This easy wonton soup features homemade wontons filled with juicy beef and shrimp, simmered in a light, flavorful broth. It’s better than takeout and perfect for a cozy meal!

🕒 Prep Time: 20 minutes

⏳ Cook Time: 15 minutes

⏱ Total Time: 35 minutes

🍽 Servings: 4

🔥 Calories per Serving: ~350

🛒 Ingredients

For the Wontons:

  • 🥟 30 wonton wrappers
  • 🐷 ½ lb ground beef
  • 🍤 ¼ lb raw shrimp, finely chopped
  • 🧄 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 🌿 2 green onions, finely chopped
  • 🥄 1 tbsp soy sauce
  • 🥄 1 tsp sesame oil
  • 🥄 1 tsp grated ginger
  • 🥄 ½ tsp white pepper
  • 🥄 ½ tsp salt

For the Broth:

  • 🍜 6 cups chicken broth
  • 🧄 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 🌿 2 green onions, sliced
  • 🥄 1 tbsp soy sauce
  • 🥄 1 tsp sesame oil
  • 🥄 ½ tsp white pepper
  • 🌱 ½ cup baby bok choy or spinach (optional)

👩‍🍳 Instructions

1️⃣ Make the Wonton Filling:
In a bowl, mix ground beef, shrimp, garlic, green onions, soy sauce, sesame oil, ginger, white pepper, and salt until well combined.

2️⃣ Assemble the Wontons:

  • Place 1 tsp filling in the center of a wonton wrapper.
  • Dip your finger in water and moisten the edges.
  • Fold into a triangle, pressing edges to seal.
  • Bring the two corners together and pinch to form a classic wonton shape.

3️⃣ Prepare the Broth:
In a large pot, heat sesame oil over medium heat. Add garlic and green onions, sautéing for 30 seconds. Pour in chicken broth, soy sauce, and white pepper. Bring to a simmer.

4️⃣ Cook the Wontons:
Drop wontons into the simmering broth and cook for 3-5 minutes, until they float to the top. Add bok choy or spinach and simmer for 1 more minute.

5️⃣ Serve & Enjoy:
Ladle soup into bowls, garnish with extra green onions, and enjoy warm!

🍯 Why You’ll Love This Recipe

✔️ Better than takeout—fresh & flavorful!
✔️ Easy to make and freezer-friendly.
✔️ Light yet satisfying with a delicate broth.
✔️ Customizable—swap proteins or add veggies!

🔥 Helpful Tips

✅ Want extra flavor? Add a dash of chili oil or white vinegar!
✅ Make it ahead! Freeze wontons before cooking for an easy meal later.
✅ Use store-bought wontons for a quicker version!

Enjoy your Homemade Wonton Soup—warm, comforting, and packed with delicious flavors! 🥟🍜 Let me know if you need more cozy soup recipes! 😊