Dinner

Quick and Easy Wonton Soup Recipe

BySimon Carel January 28, 2026January 28, 2026

Introduction

This quick and easy wonton soup is perfect for a comforting meal in minutes. Loaded with flavorful broth, tender wontons, and fresh vegetables, it’s a satisfying dish that’s simple to prepare any day of the week.

A white bowl is filled with a spicy broth that has a rich reddish-brown color. Floating in the broth are several light beige dumplings with smooth, slightly translucent wrappers. Bright green chopped scallions and wilted dark green leafy vegetables are scattered around the dumplings. White sesame seeds sprinkle the surface, adding a textured look. The bowl sits on a white plate, placed on a white marbled texture. Photo taken with an iphone --ar 4:5 --v 7

Ingredients

2 tablespoons sesame oil
1 bunch green onions, sliced (white and green parts separated)
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 tablespoon freshly grated ginger
1.5 cups shredded carrots
1/4 cup reduced sodium soy sauce
8 cups chicken broth
24 ounces mini frozen wontons
3 cups fresh spinach
Chili crisp, for topping
Sesame seeds, for topping

Instructions

Step 1: Heat a large pan or Dutch oven over medium heat and add the sesame oil.
Step 2: Add the white part of the sliced green onions to the pan and cook for 1 minute.
Step 3: Stir in the minced garlic and grated ginger and cook for another minute until fragrant.
Step 4: Add the shredded carrots and soy sauce, stirring until well combined.
Step 5: Pour in the chicken broth and bring the mixture to a boil.
Step 6: Once boiling, add the mini frozen wontons and fresh spinach. Cook for 5–6 minutes or until the wontons are cooked through.
Step 7: Serve the soup hot, garnished with the green parts of the green onions, chili crisp, and sesame seeds.

Tips & Variations

For a vegetarian version, substitute the chicken broth with vegetable broth and use vegetable-filled wontons.
Add a splash of rice vinegar or a squeeze of fresh lime for extra brightness.
If you prefer a spicier soup, stir in additional chili crisp or a pinch of red pepper flakes.
Fresh herbs like cilantro or Thai basil can be added as a garnish for added aroma and flavor.

Storage

Store leftover soup in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat gently on the stove over low heat to prevent the wontons from becoming too soft. Avoid freezing soup with wontons as their texture may change.

How to Serve

A close-up view of a metal bowl filled with light beige dumplings in a dark brown broth, topped with bright green chopped spring onions and dark green leafy vegetables, sprinkled with white sesame seeds and red pepper flakes, showing a mix of smooth and crinkled textures on the dumpling wrappers, all presented on a white marbled surface. photo taken with an iphone --ar 4:5 --v 7

Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.

FAQs

Can I use homemade wontons instead of frozen ones?

Yes, homemade wontons work beautifully. Just adjust the cooking time slightly—usually a bit shorter since fresh wontons cook faster than frozen.

What can I substitute for sesame oil if I don’t have it?

You can use vegetable or canola oil as a neutral alternative. Although it won’t add the same nutty flavor, it will still work well for cooking the aromatics.