Restaurant-Style Wonton Soup with Bok Choy and Chili Oil Recipe
A comforting and flavorful restaurant-style wonton soup made with savory chicken broth, fragrant garlic and ginger, tender bok choy, and plump frozen wontons. This easy-to-make soup combines simple ingredients to create a delicious and heartwarming meal perfect for any day.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Chinese
Ingredients
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Broth and Flavorings
- 7 cups chicken broth
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 inch piece ginger, minced
- 1 tsp oil for sautéing
- 1 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tsp sesame oil
Main Ingredients
- 15–20 pieces frozen wontons or dumplings of choice
- 1 bundle bok choy (or broccoli)
Garnish
- 1/2 cup green onions, sliced
- Chili oil, to taste
Instructions
- Sauté Aromatics: In a large pot, heat 1 teaspoon of oil over medium heat. Add minced garlic and ginger and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant, being careful not to burn them.
- Add Broth and Seasonings: Pour in the 7 cups of chicken broth, then stir in 1 tablespoon soy sauce and 1 teaspoon sesame oil. Bring the mixture to a boil over medium-high heat.
- Cook Wontons: Once the broth is boiling, add the frozen wontons to the pot. Cook for about 6 to 7 minutes until the wontons float to the surface and are cooked through.
- Add Vegetables: Add the bundle of bok choy (or broccoli) to the pot and simmer for an additional 1 minute until the vegetables are tender but still bright green.
- Garnish and Serve: Ladle the soup into bowls and garnish with sliced green onions and a drizzle of chili oil. Adjust seasoning with salt and pepper if desired. Serve hot and enjoy a comforting bowl of wonton soup!
Notes
- You can substitute bok choy with broccoli or other leafy greens like spinach.
- Frozen wontons or dumplings work well for convenience, but fresh wontons can also be used if available.
- Adjust the amount of chili oil based on your preference for spiciness.
- If you prefer a richer broth, adding a splash of mushroom or oyster sauce can enhance umami flavor.
- Season with salt and pepper at the end to taste, as the soy sauce already adds saltiness.
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