Trader Joes Wonton Soup Recipe

This comforting savory Trader Joes Wonton Soup Recipe is made with frozen mini wontons, chicken broth, and fresh ginger, ready in 15 minutes. The wontons turn perfectly tender as they float to the top of the steaming ginger-scented broth. I rely on this quick meal on busy weeknights.

Better Than Takeaway

I used to order delivery whenever I craved a warm bowl of soup, but this homemade version is much faster. Using store-bought frozen dumplings skips the tedious folding process completely.

Initially, I just boiled the wontons in plain broth, which tasted flat and boring. Adding fresh ginger, garlic, and a splash of sesame oil builds a rich flavor base in minutes.

Trader Joes Wonton Soup Recipe Ingredients

• 4 cups Trader Joe’s Chicken Broth
• 1 tbsp soy sauce
• 1 tsp toasted sesame oil
• 1 tsp fresh ginger, grated
• 1 clove garlic, minced
• 1 bag (12 oz) Trader Joe’s Chicken Cilantro Mini Wontons
• 2 cups baby bok choy, chopped
• 2 green onions, sliced

How To Make Trader Joes Wonton Soup Recipe

1. Simmer the broth: In a large pot, combine the chicken broth, soy sauce, sesame oil, ginger, and garlic. Bring the mixture to a gentle boil over medium-high heat.
2. Cook the wontons: Drop the frozen wontons into the boiling broth. Reduce the heat to medium and let them cook for 3 to 5 minutes until they float to the surface.
3. Add the greens: Stir in the chopped baby bok choy and cook for 1 more minute until the leaves are bright green and slightly wilted.
4. Garnish and serve: Remove the pot from the heat. Ladle the soup into bowls and top with sliced green onions before serving.

Recipe Tips

• Do not thaw wontons: Add them straight from the freezer to prevent them from falling apart in the boiling broth.
• Sauté aromatics first: If you have an extra minute, briefly cook the ginger and garlic in sesame oil before adding the broth for deeper flavor.
• Customize the greens: Swap the bok choy for fresh spinach or shredded cabbage if that is what you have on hand.

What To Serve With Wonton Soup

Serve this soup alongside a plate of crispy spring rolls or scallion pancakes for a complete takeout experience. It also pairs beautifully with a fresh cucumber salad tossed in rice vinegar.

How To Store

Keep leftover soup in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. The wontons will soften further as they sit, so it is best enjoyed fresh. Do not freeze the cooked soup as the wonton wrappers will turn mushy.

FAQs

Can I use vegetable broth instead?

Yes, vegetable broth works perfectly and makes this a great vegetarian meal if you use vegetable wontons.

How do I make it spicy?

Add a spoonful of chili onion crunch or a drizzle of sriracha to your bowl right before eating.

Will other frozen dumplings work?

Absolutely, larger potstickers or dumplings work well, but you will need to add a few minutes to the cooking time.

Nutrition

• Calories: 280 kcal
• Total Fat: 8 g
• Saturated Fat: 2 g
• Cholesterol: 25 mg
• Sodium: 1150 mg
• Total Carbohydrate: 35 g
• Protein: 14 g

Trader Joes Wonton Soup Recipe

Recipe by Nate Collins

Servings

3

servings

Prep time

5

minutes

Cooking time

10

minutes

Total time

15

minutes

Trader Joes Wonton Soup Recipe features comforting savory broth loaded with chicken cilantro mini wontons and fresh bok choy, ready in just 15 minutes. This steaming bowl of goodness is a fast weeknight dinner solution.

Ingredients

• 4 cups Trader Joe’s Chicken Broth

• 1 tbsp soy sauce

• 1 tsp toasted sesame oil

• 1 tsp fresh ginger, grated

• 1 clove garlic, minced

• 1 bag (12 oz) Trader Joe’s Chicken Cilantro Mini Wontons

• 2 cups baby bok choy, chopped

• 2 green onions, sliced

Directions

• 1. Simmer the broth: In a large pot, combine the chicken broth, soy sauce, sesame oil, ginger, and garlic. Bring the mixture to a gentle boil over medium-high heat.
• 2. Cook the wontons: Drop the frozen wontons into the boiling broth. Reduce the heat to medium and let them cook for 3 to 5 minutes until they float to the surface.
• 3. Add the greens: Stir in the chopped baby bok choy and cook for 1 more minute until the leaves are bright green and slightly wilted.
• 4. Garnish and serve: Remove the pot from the heat. Ladle the soup into bowls and top with sliced green onions before serving.