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Deconstructed Wonton Soup

Deconstructed Wonton Soup
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Deconstructed Wonton Soup is a delightful twist on the traditional favorite, offering all the rich flavors without the fuss of making wontons. This comforting soup features a savory vegan broth infused with ginger and garlic, combined with hearty plant-based fillings and fresh vegetables. Ideal for a cozy weeknight dinner, it’s a dish that brings the whole family together, even those with picky taste buds! With customizable ingredients, you can easily tailor this recipe to suit your preferences while still enjoying a delicious and nutritious meal.

Ingredients

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  • 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
  • 1 ½ cups roughly chopped white onion
  • ¼ cup roughly chopped ginger
  • 6 cloves garlic (smashed)
  • 8 cups vegan chicken broth or vegetable broth (divided)
  • 1 oz dried shiitake mushrooms (optional)
  • 1 tablespoon soy sauce
  • 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
  • 2 teaspoons sesame oil
  • 14 oz vegan ground sausage or beef
  • ¼ cup panko breadcrumbs
  • 2 prepared vegan eggs
  • 1 tablespoon soy sauce
  • 1 tablespoon grated ginger
  • 1 tablespoon minced chives
  • 2 teaspoons rice vinegar
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper
  • ½ teaspoon granulated sugar
  • 3–4 baby bok choy (roughly chopped)
  • 15 wonton wrappers (quartered or sliced)
  • Sliced green onion (for serving)
  • Chili oil (for garnish)

Instructions

  1. Heat olive oil in a soup pot over medium heat. Sauté onions, ginger, and garlic until softened.
  2. Add 1 cup of vegan broth; scrape brown bits from the pot. Stir in remaining broth, mushrooms (if using), soy sauce, rice vinegar, and sesame oil. Simmer for 30 minutes to 1 hour before straining.
  3. In a mixing bowl, combine filling ingredients; let sit for 5-10 minutes.
  4. Drop teaspoon-sized balls of filling into simmering broth and cook for 15 minutes.
  5. Stir in chopped bok choy and simmer until tender (2-3 minutes).
  6. Add wonton wrappers one at a time; simmer for an additional 2-3 minutes.
  7. Serve hot, garnished with green onions and chili oil.

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