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Prep timewonderfully simple. Because this recipe uses frozen wontons, there is no need to
Cook times can vary between brands and wonton sizes, so it is important to make sure the wontons are thoroughly heated and
Total timeApproximately 15–20 minutes
Servings. This approach is ideal for anyone looking for a frozen wonton soup recipe that tastes homemade but fits into a busy schedule. It is also an easy way to turn basic pantry and freezer ingredients into a complete-feeling meal. ADVERTISEMENT How Ginger Improves the Flavor Fresh grated ginger plays an important supporting role in this soup. Ginger has a warm, slightly spicy flavor with a fresh aroma that works particularly well with chicken broth and dumplings. Using grated ginger allows its flavor to spread throughout the soup instead of remaining in large pieces. The amount in this recipe is modest, so it adds character without making the broth strongly spicy or overpowering. Ginger is commonly used in Asian-inspired soups because it can brighten savory flavors and add depth to otherwise simple broths. When
Ingredients
- 6 cups chicken broth
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
- 1 teaspoon sesame oil
- 1 pack frozen wontons about 20
- 2 green onions, sliced
- 1 tsp grated ginger
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Instructions
- Pour the chicken broth into a suitable pot and place it over medium heat.
- Add the soy sauce, sesame oil, and grated ginger to the broth. Stir gently to combine the seasonings.
- Bring the broth to a gentle simmer, allowing the ginger and seasonings to blend into the chicken broth.
- Carefully add the frozen wontons to the simmering broth. Handle them gently to help prevent the wrappers from breaking.
- Cook the wontons until they are thoroughly heated and cooked through. Because frozen wonton sizes and brands vary, use the package cooking instructions when available.
- Stir gently from time to time while the wontons cook, taking care not to break the delicate wrappers.
- Once the wontons are cooked, add the sliced green onions. You can stir them briefly into the soup or use them as a fresh topping when serving.
- Ladle the hot wonton soup into serving bowls and serve immediately while the broth and wontons are warm.
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Nutrition
Sodium: may be relatively high because both chicken broth and soy sauce can contain significant amounts of
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