Wonton Soup (Classic Cantonese Recipe)
This easy homemade Chinese wonton soup features tender pork wontons simmered in a light, savory broth. A comforting Cantonese classic that’s perfect for lunch or dinner.
Ingredients
Wontons
- 8 oz ground pork
- 4 oz raw shrimp finely chopped (optional)
- 2 green onions finely chopped
- 1 teaspoon grated ginger
- 1 clove garlic minced
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
- 1 teaspoon sesame oil
- ¼ teaspoon white pepper
- 24 wonton wrappers
Soup
- 6 cups chicken broth
- 2 slices fresh ginger
- 1 clove garlic lightly crushed
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
- ½ teaspoon sesame oil
- Green onions for garnish
Instructions
- Mix all wonton filling ingredients until sticky and well combined.
- Place 1 teaspoon filling onto each wonton wrapper, seal with water, and shape.
- Boil wontons in water until they float and are cooked through, about 3–4 minutes.
- Simmer chicken broth with ginger, garlic, and soy sauce for 5 minutes.
- Add cooked wontons to broth and simmer 1–2 minutes.
- Finish with sesame oil and garnish with green onions. Serve immediately.
Notes
NUTRITION FACTS (ESTIMATED)
Serving Size: 1 bowl (about 6 wontons)
Calories: 260 (13%)
Carbohydrates: 24g (8%)
Protein: 18g (36%)
Fat: 10g (15%)
Saturated Fat: 3g (15%)
Cholesterol: 45mg (15%)
Sodium: 780mg (34%)
Fiber: 1g (4%)
Sugar: 2g
Nutrition values are estimates only and may vary depending on ingredients, brands, and portion sizes.Calories: 260 (13%)
Carbohydrates: 24g (8%)
Protein: 18g (36%)
Fat: 10g (15%)
Saturated Fat: 3g (15%)
Cholesterol: 45mg (15%)
Sodium: 780mg (34%)
Fiber: 1g (4%)
Sugar: 2g