Shrimp Wonton Soup with Ginger Broth

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A clear, aromatic Cantonese soup featuring delicate wontons filled with shrimp and ginger in a light broth. This cantonese-inspired soups ready in about 35 minutes pairs shrimp, wonton wrappers, ginger for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 120 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Prep: 25 min Cook: 10 min Serves 4 Cantonese cuisine 120 cal/serving
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Ingredients

Instructions

  1. Step 1: Peel and mince 100g shrimp, then finely dice 20g ginger. Mix shrimp and ginger with 1g white pepper to form filling.
  2. Step 2: Place 1/2 tsp filling in the center of each wonton wrapper, fold into triangles, and seal edges tightly.
  3. Step 3: Simmer 1L chicken stock in a pot until gently boiling, then add 12 filled wontons.
  4. Step 4: Cook for 3 minutes until wontons float to the surface, then add 30g sliced scallions.
  5. Step 5: Simmer uncovered for 2 more minutes until flavors meld, then remove from heat and serve immediately.

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Frequently asked questions

How long does Shrimp Wonton Soup with Ginger Broth take to make?

Total time is about 35 minutes (25 min prep + 10 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.

How do I store leftover Shrimp Wonton Soup with Ginger Broth?

Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep shrimp from drying out.

Can I substitute ingredients in Shrimp Wonton Soup with Ginger Broth?

Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.

How do I scale Shrimp Wonton Soup with Ginger Broth for a different number of people?

The recipe is written for 4 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 4). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.

What goes well with Shrimp Wonton Soup with Ginger Broth?

Cantonese soups like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.

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