This savory comforting Trader Joes Won Ton Soup Recipe is made with frozen mini wontons and chicken broth and ready in 15 minutes. The plump dumplings bob in the steaming, ginger-scented liquid as it finishes on the stove. I always keep these ingredients stocked for a fast weeknight dinner.
Better Than Takeaway
I used to order wonton soup every time we got takeout, but it usually arrived lukewarm. Making it at home with frozen wontons changed my entire dinner routine. The trick is adding fresh ginger and a splash of sesame oil to the boxed broth.
It tastes exactly like a restaurant bowl, but it finishes cooking before delivery could even arrive. Learning to rely on quality frozen dumplings was the best shortcut I ever embraced.
Jump to RecipeTrader Joes Won Ton Soup Recipe Ingredients
- 4 cups chicken or vegetable broth
- 1 bag (12 oz) Trader Joe’s frozen mini wontons
- 1 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tsp grated fresh ginger
- 1 tsp toasted sesame oil
- 2 cups fresh spinach or chopped bok choy
- 2 green onions, sliced
How To Make Trader Joes Won Ton Soup Recipe
- Simmer the broth: In a medium pot, bring the chicken broth, soy sauce, and grated ginger to a gentle boil over medium-high heat.
- Cook the wontons: Drop the frozen wontons directly into the boiling broth. Cook for 5 minutes until they float to the top.
- Add the greens: Stir in the fresh spinach or bok choy and let it wilt for 1 minute.
- Finish and garnish: Remove the pot from the heat. Stir in the sesame oil and top with sliced green onions before serving hot.
Recipe Tips
- Do not thaw wontons: Adding them straight from the freezer prevents them from falling apart in the hot soup.
- Enhance the broth: If you have extra time, simmer a smashed garlic clove in the broth before adding the dumplings.
- Watch the salt: Use low-sodium broth if possible, as the soy sauce and wonton filling already contain sodium.
What To Serve With Won Ton Soup
Serve this quick soup alongside vegetable spring rolls or a crisp Asian-style cabbage salad. It also pairs wonderfully with fried rice or simple steamed edamame.
How To Store
Store leftover soup in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. Keep in mind that the wontons will continue to absorb broth and become softer over time. Do not refreeze the prepared soup.
FAQs
Can I use vegetable broth instead of chicken?
Yes, vegetable broth works perfectly and makes this a great vegetarian meal if you use vegetable wontons.
Do I need to defrost the wontons first?
No, always cook the wontons directly from frozen so they hold their shape in the liquid.
Can I add noodles to this soup?
Absolutely. You can boil ramen or udon noodles separately and add them to your bowl before ladling the soup over the top.
Nutrition
- Calories: 210 kcal
- Total Fat: 4g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Cholesterol: 15mg
- Sodium: 950mg
- Total Carbohydrate: 30g
- Protein: 12g
Try More Recipes:
- Trader Joe’s Lentil Soup Recipe
- Trader Joe’s Autumnal Harvest Soup Recipe
- Trader Joes Wonton Soup Recipe
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minutesThis Trader Joes Won Ton Soup Recipe creates a savory comforting meal using simple ingredients like frozen mini wontons, rich chicken broth, and fresh spinach. It comes together in exactly 15 minutes, making it an incredibly easy option for a fast weeknight dinner.
Ingredients
4 cups chicken or vegetable broth
1 bag (12 oz) Trader Joe’s frozen mini wontons
1 tbsp soy sauce
1 tsp grated fresh ginger
1 tsp toasted sesame oil
2 cups fresh spinach or chopped bok choy
2 green onions, sliced
Directions
- 1. Simmer the broth: In a medium pot, bring the chicken broth, soy sauce, and grated ginger to a gentle boil over medium-high heat.
- 2. Cook the wontons: Drop the frozen wontons directly into the boiling broth. Cook for 5 minutes until they float to the top.
- 3. Add the greens: Stir in the fresh spinach or bok choy and let it wilt for 1 minute.
- 4. Finish and garnish: Remove the pot from the heat. Stir in the sesame oil and top with sliced green onions before serving hot.
