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Cozy Spicy Wonton Soup with Chili Oil – Easy 30-Minute Recipe

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A quick and comforting spicy wonton soup with silky broth, tender wontons, and a kick of chili oil. Ready in under 30 minutes, it’s the perfect weeknight dinner for cozy nights.

Ingredients

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  • 4 cups chicken or vegetable broth (low-sodium preferred)
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, grated
  • 2 tablespoons soy sauce (or tamari for gluten-free)
  • 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
  • 1 teaspoon sesame oil (toasted)
  • 2 tablespoons chili oil (e.g., Lao Gan Ma)
  • 1 teaspoon sugar
  • 20–25 frozen wontons (pork or chicken filled)
  • 1 tablespoon cornstarch mixed with 2 tablespoons water (optional, for thickening)
  • 2 cups fresh spinach or bok choy
  • 2 green onions, thinly sliced
  • 1 tablespoon toasted sesame seeds
  • Extra chili oil, for drizzling
  • Fresh cilantro (optional)

Instructions

  1. Prep your aromatics: mince the garlic, grate the ginger, slice the green onions, and wash the greens.
  2. In a large pot, heat 1 tablespoon of neutral oil (or a splash of chili oil) over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and grated ginger. Cook for about 30 seconds until fragrant.
  3. Pour in the 4 cups of broth, soy sauce, rice vinegar, sesame oil, and sugar. Stir to combine.
  4. Increase heat to high and bring the broth to a gentle boil, then reduce to a simmer. Let it simmer for 5 minutes so the flavors meld.
  5. Gently drop the frozen wontons into the simmering broth one by one. Cook according to package directions (usually 4-6 minutes), until they float and the wrappers are translucent.
  6. If desired, mix the cornstarch and water in a small bowl until smooth. Pour into the pot while stirring. Let simmer for another minute until the broth thickens slightly.
  7. Add the spinach or bok choy. Stir until wilted, about 1-2 minutes.
  8. Stir in the 2 tablespoons of chili oil. Taste and adjust seasoning with salt or more soy sauce if needed.
  9. Ladle the soup into bowls. Top with sliced green onions, toasted sesame seeds, and an extra drizzle of chili oil. Garnish with cilantro if desired.

Notes

Don’t overcook the wontons; they cook fast and can fall apart. Build flavor by sautéing garlic and ginger first. Use quality chili oil like Lao Gan Ma for best results. For meal prep, store broth and wontons separately to prevent sogginess. The broth tastes even better the next day.

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Keywords: spicy wonton soup, chili oil wonton soup, easy wonton soup, 30-minute soup, comfort food, weeknight dinner

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