Chinese soup recipe

Prep Time: 30 minutes  |  Cook Time: 20 minutes  |  Total Time: 50 minutes
Servings: 4 servings  |  Difficulty: Medium  |  Cuisine: Chinese

Ingredients

• 1/2 lb shrimp, finely chopped
• 24 wonton wrappers
• 2 tbsp soy sauce
• 1 tbsp sesame oil
• 1 tsp cornstarch
• 6 cups chicken or seafood broth
• 2 slices ginger
• 1 green onion, chopped
• Crispy fried shallots for topping
• White pepper to taste
• Salt to taste

Instructions

1. Mix chopped shrimp with soy sauce, sesame oil, cornstarch, and white pepper.
2. Place 1 teaspoon filling in center of each wonton wrapper.
3. Fold wrapper in half diagonally, then bring two corners together and press to seal.
4. Bring broth to boil with ginger slices.
5. Add wontons to boiling broth and cook until they float and are cooked through, about 5-7 minutes.
6. Ladle soup into bowls and top with crispy fried shallots and fresh scallions.
7. Serve immediately while hot.

Tips & Notes

• Keep wonton wrappers covered with a damp towel to prevent drying out
• For extra flavor, add a splash of rice vinegar or white vinegar to the broth
• Make wontons ahead and freeze them for quick meals
• Don’t overfill wontons or they may burst during cooking
• Use high-quality shrimp for the best flavor and texture

Nutrition Notes

This light, protein-rich soup is low in calories and rich in seafood nutrients. The broth is savory yet delicate, making it an excellent choice for a healthy, satisfying meal.