1. Prepare the Wontons:
In a bowl, mix together ground pork, minced green onions, beaten egg, hot sauce, and black pepper.
Cover the mixture and refrigerate for 30 minutes to let the flavors meld.
Place a heaping teaspoon of the pork mixture in the center of a wonton wrapper.
Moisten the edges of the wrapper with water. Fold the bottom point to the top point to create a triangle and pinch to seal.
Fold the two outer points of the triangle toward the center and pinch together.
Repeat with the remaining wrappers and filling.
2. Make the Soup:
Pour the chicken broth into a large pot and bring it to a rolling boil over medium-high heat.
Add the grated ginger to the broth for a fragrant and slightly spicy kick.
3. Cook the Wontons:
Gently add the prepared wontons to the boiling broth.
Cook for about 6 minutes, or until the wontons float to the surface, indicating they are cooked through.
4. Season the Broth:
Taste the broth and adjust the seasoning with salt and pepper.
Add a dash of soy sauce if desired for extra umami flavor.
5. Serve:
Ladle the soup into bowls, ensuring each serving has a generous number of wontons.
Garnish with sliced green onions and an additional drizzle of soy sauce, if desired.
Tips and Variations:
Extra Veggies: Add mushrooms, bok choy, spinach, or celery for a more robust soup.
Protein Swap: Substitute ground chicken or shrimp for pork in the wontons.
Spicy Kick: Serve with chili oil or Sriracha for extra heat.
Storage: Freeze uncooked wontons for up to 3 months for a quick meal later. Cook directly from frozen by adding a few extra minutes to the cooking time.
Prep Time: 30 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Total Time: 50 minutes
Servings: 4-6
This Easy Wonton Soup is warm, flavorful, and the ultimate comfort food. Whether you stick to the basics or get creative with add-ins, it's sure to delight! 🥟🍲
