Wonton Soup with Spicy Broth Recipe
	
	
		A comforting and flavorful Wonton Soup with a spicy Korean-inspired broth, combining tender wontons with a vibrant, aromatic broth made from gochujang, garlic, ginger, and a perfect balance of soy sauce and rice vinegar. Ideal for a warming meal with an extra kick of heat if desired.
	 
	
		
							- Author: Emma
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 20 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Soup
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: Korean-inspired fusion
- Diet: Low Fat
 
	
		
		
			Wontons
- Homemade or store-bought wontons (about 12-16 pieces)
Spicy Broth
- 2 tablespoons gochujang (Korean chili paste)
- 2 cups chicken or vegetable broth
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1-inch piece ginger, minced
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
- 1–2 tablespoons chili oil (optional, for extra heat)
Garnish
- Fresh herbs or scallions, sliced
 
	 
	
		
		
			
- Prepare the Broth: In a large pot, heat the sesame oil over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and ginger, sautéing for 1-2 minutes until fragrant but not browned. Stir in the gochujang, soy sauce, and rice vinegar to combine well. Pour in the chicken or vegetable broth and bring the mixture to a simmer. Taste and adjust seasoning with salt, pepper, or additional chili oil for more heat.
- Cook the Wontons: Gently add the wontons to the simmering broth. Cook the wontons for about 5 to 6 minutes or until they float to the surface and are fully cooked through. Be careful to stir gently to prevent sticking.
- Serve: Using a ladle, transfer the cooked wontons and broth into serving bowls. Garnish generously with fresh herbs or sliced scallions. Serve immediately while hot for the best flavor and texture.
 
	 
	
		Notes
		
			
- If you prefer less heat, reduce the amount of gochujang and omit the chili oil.
- Vegetarian broth can be used to make this recipe vegan if the wontons are filled with vegetables.
- Wontons can be made ahead and frozen; cook directly from frozen with an additional minute or two in the broth.
- Fresh herbs such as cilantro or Thai basil add extra fragrance and complement the spicy broth well.
- Adjust the saltiness by tasting the broth before adding the wontons, as soy sauce adds salt.
 
	 
	
		Nutrition
		
							- Serving Size: 1 bowl (approx. 1.5 cups)
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 700mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 10mg
 
	
		Keywords: wonton soup, spicy broth, gochujang, Korean chili paste, Asian soup, wontons, easy soup recipe, quick dinner