Nothing warms the heart and home like a simmering pot of soup, and my Slow Cooker Wonton Soup is no exception. Now, wonton soup may not hail from the Midwest fields where I was raised, but it has found a cozy place on our family table over the years—blending the goodness of far-off traditions with the comfort of our own homegrown love for soups. This one's special, darlings. Perfect for those chilly days when you want the kitchen to radiate with the smells of something rich and fulfilling. It's a marvel how these delicate little wontons can carry such a blend of flavors, and with this recipe, you can experience this marvel with the simplest of efforts.
Serve this heartwarming soup with a side of crunchy vegetable slaw or a plate of softly steamed greens—bok choy would be my pick, dressed in a tad of soy and a whisper of sesame oil for that complimentary taste. And if your soul calls for a bit more sustenance on the side, a small bowl of jasmine or brown rice does just the trick.
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Slow Cooker Wonton Soup
Servings: 6-8
Servings: 6-8
Ingredients
- 1 pound pre-made wontons, your choice of filling (pork, shrimp, or a mix of both)
- 6 cups chicken broth, rich is best
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce, more to taste
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
- 2 cloves garlic, finely minced
- 1 teaspoon ginger, grated
- 2 cups bok choy, chopped (or green veggie of your choice)
- 4 green onions, sliced thinly, green and white parts kept separate
- A handful of fresh cilantro leaves, roughly chopped
- Salt and white pepper, to taste
- 6 cups chicken broth, rich is best
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce, more to taste
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
- 2 cloves garlic, finely minced
- 1 teaspoon ginger, grated
- 2 cups bok choy, chopped (or green veggie of your choice)
- 4 green onions, sliced thinly, green and white parts kept separate
- A handful of fresh cilantro leaves, roughly chopped
- Salt and white pepper, to taste
Directions
1. Begin by pouring your chicken broth into the slow cooker. A good broth brings a soup to life like the land brings morning sunshine to the earth.
2. Stir in the soy sauce, sesame oil, garlic, and ginger—these ingredients are like old friends, they bring out the best in each other.
3. Add the white parts of your green onions to the slow cooker, reserving the green tops for adding fresh crunch at the end.
4. Cover and let your soup base cook on low for about 6 hours; it's a patience game, but good things always come to those who wait.
5. About 20 minutes before you're ready to serve, gently place your wontons into the slow cooker. They're little parcels of joy so handle them with care.
6. Toss in the chopped bok choy next. The greens will wilt slightly and become one with the soup, which is just what you want.
7. Cover and let them cook together, those last few moments are when the magic truly happens.
8. Once the wontons are cooked through and the bok choy is tender, season your soup with salt and white pepper to your own taste—it's a personal journey, after all.
9. Ladle the hot soup into bowls, making sure each one receives an equal share of wontons and greens. Sprinkle with the chopped cilantro and the reserved green onion tops.
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Variations & Tips
- If you're feeling adventurous, try your hand at making homemade wontons—it's a lovely activity, especially when shared with loved ones.
- For those who prefer a bit of heat, a drizzle of chili oil can awaken the flavors even more, just as a brisk wind stirs the fallen leaves outside.
- And remember, this recipe is forgiving; you can add thinly sliced mushrooms, carrot rounds, or even baby corn to the mix. Let the seasons and your garden inspire your additions.
- Finally, should you find yourself with leftovers, remember that wontons may become softer when stored in the broth. Simply remove them with a slotted spoon and store them separately, then bring both to a warm embrace again when you're ready for another helping.
- For those who prefer a bit of heat, a drizzle of chili oil can awaken the flavors even more, just as a brisk wind stirs the fallen leaves outside.
- And remember, this recipe is forgiving; you can add thinly sliced mushrooms, carrot rounds, or even baby corn to the mix. Let the seasons and your garden inspire your additions.
- Finally, should you find yourself with leftovers, remember that wontons may become softer when stored in the broth. Simply remove them with a slotted spoon and store them separately, then bring both to a warm embrace again when you're ready for another helping.