Trader Joe's Wonton Soup Recipe

This Trader Joe’s Wonton Soup is a comforting and flavorful recipe, which is made with Trader Joe’s Chicken Cilantro Mini Wontons and chicken broth. It’s the perfect choice for a quick bite, ready in just 15 minutes.

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Trader Joe’s Wonton Soup Ingredients

1 tablespoon Sesame Oil
4 cloves Garlic, finely minced/grated (or use frozen cubes)
4 teaspoon Ginger, finely minced/grated (or use frozen cubes)
4 Green Onion, sliced (divide tops and bottoms)
4 cups Chicken Broth
1 tablespoon Light Soy Sauce
2 teaspoon Rice Vinegar
1/2 teaspoon White Pepper
20 Trader Joe’s Chicken Cilantro Mini Wontons, adjust if using larger wontons
1 cup Baby Spinach, or greens of choice (I used a baby spinach/baby kale mix)
Sambal Oelek, optional (to serve)

How To Make Trader Joe’s Wonton Soup

Sauté the aromatics: Heat the sesame oil in a medium saucepan over medium heat. Add the white parts of the green onions, along with the garlic and ginger, and sauté for 2–3 minutes until the mixture becomes fragrant.
Simmer the broth: Pour in the chicken broth, soy sauce, and rice vinegar. Add the white pepper, stir, and bring the mixture to a boil.
Cook the wontons and greens: Add the frozen wontons to the boiling broth and cook them according to the package instructions (about 2 minutes for the mini wontons). Add the baby spinach and cook for another 1–2 minutes, until it has just wilted.
Garnish and serve: Ladle the soup into bowls and garnish with the green tops of the onions. For a spicy kick, add an optional dollop of sambal oelek on top.

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Recipe Tips

What if I can’t find Trader Joe’s wontons? Any brand of frozen mini wontons, potstickers, or gyoza will work perfectly in this recipe. Just adjust the cooking time according to the package directions.
How can I add more vegetables? Thinly sliced mushrooms, shredded carrots, or baby bok choy are all great additions. Add them to the broth along with the chicken broth to give them time to soften.
Can I make this vegetarian? Absolutely. To make a vegetarian version, simply use a good quality vegetable broth and a brand of frozen vegetable wontons or dumplings.
How to make the broth richer? For a deeper, more savory flavor, you can add a tablespoon of white miso paste to the broth, whisking it in until it dissolves.

What To Serve With Wonton Soup

This light and comforting soup is a wonderful meal on its own, but it also pairs nicely with:

Crispy vegetable spring rolls
A simple, refreshing cucumber salad
Steamed edamame with a sprinkle of sea salt
A side of fluffy white rice

How To Store Wonton Soup

Refrigerate: This soup is best enjoyed immediately. If you have leftovers, store them in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days. The wontons will soften as they sit in the broth.

Wonton Soup Nutrition Facts

Calories: 325kcal
Carbohydrates: 46g
Protein: 12g
Fat: 12g

Nutrition information is estimated and may vary based on ingredients and cooking methods used.

FAQs

Is this recipe spicy?

No, as written, the soup is savory and flavorful but not spicy. The sambal oelek is an optional garnish that allows each person to add their desired level of heat.

Can I use a different kind of green?

Yes. If you don’t have spinach, thinly sliced baby bok choy or napa cabbage would be a delicious and authentic substitute. Add them with the wontons as they take a minute or two longer to cook than spinach.

Do I have to use sesame oil?

Toasted sesame oil provides a specific, nutty, and aromatic flavor that is key to the soup’s taste. If you don’t have it, you can use a neutral oil like canola or avocado, but the final flavor will be different.

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