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Deconstructed Wonton Soup

Deconstructed Wonton Soup

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Discover the delightful flavors of Deconstructed Wonton Soup, a comforting bowl that brings together rich, savory broth and plant-based filling without the fuss of traditional dumplings. This easy-to-make soup is perfect for cozy weeknight dinners, allowing you to enjoy a hearty meal that satisfies everyone at the table. Bursting with fresh ingredients like ginger and garlic, this recipe is not only flavorful but also versatile—customize it with your favorite vegetables or proteins. In just 90 minutes, you can serve a warm, nourishing bowl of soup that feels indulgent yet is entirely plant-based.

  • Total Time: 1 hour 30 minutes
  • Yield: Serves 6

Ingredients

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  • 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
  • 1 ½ cups roughly chopped white onion
  • ¼ cup roughly chopped ginger
  • 6 cloves garlic (smashed)
  • 8 cups vegan chicken broth or vegetable broth (divided)
  • 1 oz dried shiitake mushrooms (optional)
  • 1 tablespoon soy sauce
  • 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
  • 2 teaspoons sesame oil
  • 14 oz vegan ground sausage or beef
  • ¼ cup panko breadcrumbs
  • 2 prepared vegan eggs
  • 1 tablespoon soy sauce
  • 1 tablespoon grated ginger
  • 1 tablespoon minced chives
  • 2 teaspoons rice vinegar
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper
  • ½ teaspoon granulated sugar
  • 34 baby bok choy (roughly chopped)
  • 15 wonton wrappers (quartered or sliced)
  • Sliced green onion (for serving)
  • Chili oil (for garnish)

Instructions

  1. Heat olive oil in a large soup pot over medium heat. Sauté onions, ginger, and garlic until caramelized.
  2. Add 1 cup of broth and scrape up any browned bits. Stir in remaining broth, mushrooms (if using), soy sauce, rice vinegar, and sesame oil. Simmer for 30 minutes.
  3. Strain the broth through a fine-mesh sieve and return it to the pot over medium-high heat.
  4. Mix filling ingredients in a bowl, then drop teaspoon-sized balls into the simmering broth and cook for 15 minutes.
  5. Stir in bok choy and wonton wrappers; simmer until tender.
  6. Serve hot, garnished with sliced green onions and chili oil.
  • Author: Emma Moyer
  • Prep Time: 30 minutes
  • Cook Time: 60 minutes
  • Category: Dinner
  • Method: Simmering
  • Cuisine: Asian

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 bowl (350g)
  • Calories: 320
  • Sugar: 4g
  • Sodium: 800mg
  • Fat: 12g
  • Saturated Fat: 2g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 10g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 40g
  • Fiber: 6g
  • Protein: 16g
  • Cholesterol: 0mg
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