Description
Deconstructed Wonton Soup is a delightful twist on the classic dish, offering all the rich flavors without the hassle of making wontons. This comforting soup features a savory broth infused with sautéed onions, ginger, and garlic, complemented by hearty vegan ground sausage and fresh bok choy. Perfect for busy weeknights, this dish can be prepared in just 90 minutes and is customizable to suit your taste preferences. Whether you choose to add extra vegetables or adjust the seasonings, each bowl promises warmth and satisfaction. Garnished with green onions and a drizzle of chili oil, this soup is sure to become a family favorite!
Ingredients
- 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 grated ginger
- 1 tablespoon minced chives
- 2 teaspoons rice vinegar
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- ½ teaspoon granulated sugar
- 3–4 baby bok choy (roughly chopped)
- 15 wonton wrappers (quartered or sliced)
- Sliced green onion (for serving)
- Chili oil (for garnish)
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a soup pot over medium heat. Sauté chopped onions, ginger, and garlic until onions caramelize (5-6 minutes).
- Add 1 cup of broth; scrape up brown bits. Stir in remaining broth, optional mushrooms, soy sauce, rice vinegar, and sesame oil. Simmer covered for 30 minutes to 1 hour.
- In a mixing bowl, combine filling ingredients (vegan sausage, breadcrumbs, vegan eggs, soy sauce, ginger, chives, vinegar, pepper, sugar). Let rest for 5-10 minutes.
- Drop teaspoon-sized filling balls into simmering broth; cook covered for 15 minutes.
- Stir in chopped bok choy; simmer until tender (2-3 minutes).
- Add wonton wrappers one at a time while stirring gently; simmer for another 2-3 minutes.
- Serve in bowls garnished with green onions and chili oil.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (350g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 950mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: Feel free to experiment with additional vegetables such as carrots or mushrooms. For a gluten-free version, use gluten-free soy sauce and check wonton wrapper labels.