Lazy Wonton Soup
Warm your soul with a bowl of Lazy Wonton Soup, a quick meal made with store-bought mini wontons, vegetable broth, chili crisp, and fresh scallions. Perfect for busy weeknights.
Equipment
- Medium-sized pot
- Ladle
- Serving bowls
Ingredients
For the Soup Base
- 4 cups vegetable broth
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon chili crisp
For the Wontons
- 12–16 store-bought mini wontons (veggie or chicken)
For Garnishing
- 2 scallions, sliced
Instructions
1. Heat the Broth
- In a medium-sized pot, pour in the vegetable broth and bring it to a gentle simmer over medium heat.
- Tip: For extra flavor, incorporate any leftover vegetable scraps into your broth.
2. Add Soy Sauce
- Once the broth is bubbling, stir in the soy sauce.
3. Cook the Wontons
- Gently add the mini wontons to the pot. Cook according to package instructions, usually around 3-5 minutes.
4. Final Touches
- As the wontons cook, stir in the chili crisp.
5. Serve
- Ladle the soup into bowls, making sure each serving gets a generous portion of wontons. Top with sliced scallions.
Notes
Pro Tips for Lazy Wonton Soup
- Opt for fresh or frozen mini wontons based on your availability. Both work wonders!
- Adjust the amount of chili crisp based on your heat preference.
- For more substance, toss in some baby spinach or bok choy during the last minute of cooking.
- Elevate the soup with a squeeze of lime or lemon for a zesty finish.
- Experiment with additional toppings like sesame seeds or nori for a unique twist.