Imagine the aromatic blend of soy, garlic, and ginger wafting through your kitchen as you prepare a comforting bowl of Wonton Ramen Soup.
This simple yet satisfying dish is perfect for a cozy evening, where ease meets indulgence in every spoonful.
Watch as the wontons rise to the surface and the noodles soak up the flavorful broth, transforming into a heartwarming meal.
Let’s bring this delicious soup to life!
Kitchen Tools Required
- 1 large pot
- 1 medium saucepan
- 1 ladle
- 1 mixing bowl
- 1 slotted spoon
Ingredients
- 8 cups chicken broth
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
- 1 teaspoon sesame oil
- 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
- 1 teaspoon ginger, minced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 12 wontons, store-bought or homemade
- 4 ounces ramen noodles
- 2 cups baby spinach
- 4 green onions, sliced
- 1 carrot, julienned
- 1 tablespoon chili paste (optional)
- Salt to taste
- Pepper to taste
Cook & Prep Time
To efficiently manage your time while preparing and cooking Wonton Ramen Soup, follow this timeline:
- Reading and Understanding the Recipe: 5 minutes
- Read through the entire recipe to understand the steps and gather all necessary ingredients and equipment.
- Preparation (Prep Time: 20 minutes):
- 0-5 minutes: Gather and prepare all ingredients and equipment.
- 5-10 minutes: Mince the ginger and garlic, julienne the carrot, and slice the green onions.
- 10-15 minutes: Measure out the chicken broth, soy sauce, sesame oil, and vegetable oil.
- 15-20 minutes: Prepare the wontons and ramen noodles if they aren’t pre-packaged.
- Cooking (Cook Time: 30 minutes):
- 0-5 minutes: Heat the chicken broth in a large pot and add the soy sauce and sesame oil.
- 5-10 minutes: Heat vegetable oil in a saucepan and sauté the ginger and garlic until fragrant.
- 10-15 minutes: Transfer the ginger and garlic mixture to the pot of broth and bring it to a gentle boil.
- 15-20 minutes: Add the wontons to the boiling broth and cook until they float to the surface.
- 20-25 minutes: Add the ramen noodles to the pot and cook until tender.
- 25-30 minutes: Stir in the baby spinach, green onions, and carrot. Season with chili paste, salt, and pepper.
- Resting Time (5 minutes):
- Let the soup rest for 5 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together.
Adjust as needed based on your pace and any additional garnishes you might want to add.
Recipe Instructions
Heat the chicken broth over medium heat in a large pot.
Add soy sauce and sesame oil to the broth, stirring to combine.
In a medium saucepan, heat vegetable oil over medium heat.
Sauté ginger and garlic in the saucepan until fragrant.
Transfer the ginger and garlic mixture to the pot of broth.
Bring the broth to a gentle boil.
Add wontons to the boiling broth and cook until they float to the surface.
Add ramen noodles to the pot and cook until tender.
Stir in baby spinach, green onions, and carrot.
Season the soup with chili paste, salt, and pepper to taste.
Let the soup rest for 5 minutes before serving.
Serving Tips
- Steamed Dumplings: Pair with steamed dumplings for a delightful combination of textures and flavors.
- Pickled Vegetables: Serve with a side of pickled vegetables for a tangy contrast to the rich broth.
- Crispy Spring Rolls: Add a crunchy element to your meal with crispy spring rolls on the side.
- Jasmine Rice: Offer jasmine rice to soak up the flavorful broth as an alternative to noodles.
- Seaweed Salad: Complement the soup with a revitalizing seaweed salad for a light and healthy side dish.
Storage
To store Wonton Ramen Soup, let it cool completely.
Then refrigerate in airtight containers for up to 3 days.
Reheat gently, avoiding overcooking the noodles and wontons.
Freezing
To freeze Wonton Ramen Soup, cool completely.
Portion into airtight containers and label.
Avoid freezing noodles. Add fresh noodles when reheating.
Consume within 2-3 months for best quality.
Reheating
To reheat Wonton Ramen Soup, gently warm it on the stove over medium heat.
Stir occasionally. Avoid boiling to prevent overcooking the wontons and noodles.
Adjust seasoning if necessary.
Final Thoughts
Wonton Ramen Soup is a delightful fusion of flavors, combining the comforting elements of wontons and ramen noodles in a savory broth.
With a preparation time of just 20 minutes and a cook time of 30 minutes, this dish is both quick and satisfying.
It serves four, making it perfect for a family meal or a cozy dinner with friends.
The addition of ginger, garlic, and optional chili paste provides a burst of flavor, while the baby spinach, green onions, and carrots add a fresh touch.
Customize your soup with additional proteins or vegetables to suit your taste.
Enjoy the warmth and richness of this Asian-inspired dish, and don’t forget to add a dash of rice vinegar or a squeeze of lime juice for an extra zing.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I Use Vegetable Broth Instead of Chicken Broth?
You can substitute vegetable broth for chicken broth. This change will impart a lighter, more earthy flavor profile. Make sure you adjust seasoning to maintain depth; consider adding soy sauce or miso for umami enhancement.
How Can I Make Homemade Wontons for This Soup?
To make homemade wontons, mix ground pork, soy sauce, sesame oil, minced ginger, and scallions. Place a teaspoon of filling in wonton wrappers, moisten edges, fold, and seal. Boil until they float for a savory delight.
What Are Some Alternative Noodles I Can Use?
You can replace ramen noodles with udon for a thicker, chewy texture or soba for a nutty flavor. Shirataki noodles offer a low-calorie alternative. Make sure you adjust cooking times to maintain the perfect texture.
Is There a Gluten-Free Version of This Recipe?
You can make it gluten-free by substituting ramen noodles with rice noodles and using gluten-free wonton wrappers. Confirm your soy sauce is gluten-free. These changes maintain savory depth, guaranteeing a flavorful, comforting bowl of soup.
How Can I Adjust the Recipe for a Vegetarian Diet?
Replace chicken broth with vegetable broth, and use vegetarian wontons. Omit sesame oil for a nutty flavor or use sesame oil for a deeper taste. Enhance with tofu or mushrooms for umami richness, and adjust seasoning accordingly.
Wonton Ramen Soup
Equipment
- 1 Large pot
- 1 Medium saucepan
- 1 Ladle
- 1 Mixing bowl
- 1 slotted spoon
Ingredients
- 8 cup chicken broth
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
- 1 teaspoon sesame oil
- 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
- 1 teaspoon ginger minced
- 2 clove garlic minced
- 12 wontons store-bought or homemade
- 4 ounce ramen noodles
- 2 cup baby spinach
- 4 green onions sliced
- 1 carrot julienned
- 1 tablespoon chili paste optional
- salt to taste
- pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a large pot, heat the chicken broth over medium heat.
- Add soy sauce and sesame oil to the broth, stirring to combine.
- In a medium saucepan, heat vegetable oil over medium heat.
- Sauté ginger and garlic in the saucepan until fragrant.
- Transfer the ginger and garlic mixture to the pot of broth.
- Bring the broth to a gentle boil.
- Add wontons to the boiling broth and cook until they float to the surface.
- Add ramen noodles to the pot and cook until tender.
- Stir in baby spinach, green onions, and carrot.
- Season the soup with chili paste, salt, and pepper to taste.
- Let the soup rest for 5 minutes before serving.
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