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Lazy Wonton Soup

Lazy Wonton Soup

Lazy Wonton Soup is a quick, delicious twist on traditional wonton soup that brings warmth to your table in under an hour. This cozy dish features tender beef meatballs and crispy wonton wrappers swimming in a fragrant, gingery broth. Perfect for busy weeknights or relaxed weekends, this soup is not only satisfying but also highly customizable. Add your favorite vegetables or adjust the spice level to suit your taste. Whether you’re serving it for family dinner or sharing with friends, Lazy Wonton Soup is sure to become a beloved favorite.

  • Total Time: 40 minutes
  • Yield: Serves 6

Ingredients

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  • 2 quarts chicken stock
  • 1 pound ground beef
  • 20 wonton wrappers
  • 3 heads baby bok choy
  • 1 bunch green onions, divided
  • 1 garlic clove, thinly sliced
  • 1 (3-inch) piece ginger, peeled, or 2 teaspoons ground ginger, divided
  • 2 tablespoons soy sauce, plus more to taste
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons rice or white vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon brown sugar
  • 1 teaspoon kosher salt, divided
  • 2 teaspoons toasted sesame oil
  • 2 teaspoons cornstarch
  • Sriracha hot sauce or chili crunch (optional)

Instructions

  1. In a large saucepan, bring chicken stock to a boil. Add chopped green onions (white parts), sliced garlic, ginger, soy sauce, vinegar, brown sugar, and salt.
  2. In a mixing bowl, combine ground beef with sliced green onions (green parts), ginger, soy sauce, sesame oil, and cornstarch. Mix well and form into meatballs.
  3. Carefully drop meatballs into boiling broth and simmer for about 5 minutes.
  4. Add quartered wonton wrappers and bok choy to the soup; cook for another 8 minutes.
  5. Serve hot garnished with reserved green onions and optional Sriracha.
  • Author: Natalia
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 25 minutes
  • Category: Main
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: Asian

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 320
  • Sugar: 4g
  • Sodium: 900mg
  • Fat: 15g
  • Saturated Fat: 6g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 7g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 40g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 18g
  • Cholesterol: 70mg

Keywords: For added flavor depth, use high-quality chicken stock. Adjust the spice by adding more or less ginger or Sriracha based on your preference. Feel free to substitute meat with plant-based options for a vegetarian version.