Description

This easy wonton soup is a comforting and flavorful dish made with chicken broth, savory soy sauce, fresh ginger, and tender frozen wontons. Enhanced with vibrant spinach, sweet peas, and fresh cilantro, this recipe blends aromatic ingredients and simple steps to deliver a warming soup perfect for a quick lunch or light dinner. Garnished with crunchy cashews, it offers a delightful mix of textures and tastes.

Ingredients

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Soup Base

6 cups chicken broth (regular or low sodium)
¼ cup soy sauce (regular or low sodium)
3 tablespoons rice vinegar
1 tablespoon sesame oil
1 tablespoon Sweet Chili Sauce
1 tablespoon fresh ginger, minced

Main Ingredients

2 cups frozen wontons (such as those from Costco or Trader Joe’s)
1 ½ cups frozen peas
2 cups baby spinach (packed)
½ cup fresh cilantro, chopped (or to taste)

Garnish

Cashews, roughly chopped (for garnish)

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Instructions

Prepare the Soup Base: In a medium-large pot, combine the chicken broth, soy sauce, rice vinegar, sesame oil, sweet chili sauce, and minced fresh ginger. Place the pot over high heat and bring the mixture to a boil while stirring occasionally to blend the flavors.
Add Main Ingredients and Cook: Once the broth is boiling, add the frozen wontons, frozen peas, and baby spinach to the pot. Continue cooking over high heat for about 3 minutes, or until the wontons are fully warmed through and the spinach has wilted.
Finish and Serve: Remove the pot from heat and stir in the chopped fresh cilantro or sprinkle the cilantro over each serving bowl. Ladle the soup into bowls and garnish each with roughly chopped cashews before serving to add a crunchy texture.

Notes

Rice vinegar adds a subtle tanginess, but you can reduce it if you prefer a milder soup.
If you want a spicier soup, add a dash more sweet chili sauce or a few chili flakes.
Use low sodium chicken broth and soy sauce if you want to control salt levels.
Frozen wontons from popular stores like Costco or Trader Joe’s work best for a quick and easy meal.
Cashews add a nice crunch and nutty flavor, but you can omit them for a nut-free version or use toasted sesame seeds instead.
Feel free to add other vegetables like sliced mushrooms or shredded carrots for added nutrition and texture.