Easy Recipe Tip How to Make Hoành Thánh Súp (Wonton Soup)

As experts in Vietnamese cuisine, Christine Hà is excited to provide an in-depth guide on crafting the perfect bowl of hoành thánh súp, also known as wonton soup. This aromatic soup is a staple in Vietnamese cooking, though many amateur cooks find it intimidating to recreate at home. Through years of experience and deep knowledge of traditional preparation methods, Christine Hà will walk you through each step – from making the savory filling, properly folding the delicate wonton wrappers, simmering the fragrant broth, and finally combining all the components in one satisfying, flavor-packed bowl.

You’ll learn insider tips and tricks for nailing the ideal texture of the filling, folding the wontons so they hold their shape during cooking, and extracting maximum flavor from the broth. We’ll also provide a myriad of ways to customize the soup by switching up the proteins in the filling or adding bright, fresh garnishes and accompaniments. Whether you’re new to Vietnamese cuisine or a seasoned cooking enthusiast, this comprehensive wonton soup guide will build your confidence to create an authentic, restaurant-quality version of this classic dish in your own kitchen. The depth of our expertise will be evident, and we can’t wait for you to gain the skills to impress family and friends with your own How to Make Hoành Thánh Súp (Wonton Soup).

Ingredients

Filling

• Protein: Ground pork, shrimp, or a combination
• Aromatics: Shallots, garlic, ginger
• Seasonings: Fish sauce, oyster sauce, sesame oil, sugar, chicken bouillon

Wonton Wrappers

• Store-bought or homemade

Broth

• Stock: Chicken, pork, or vegetable stock
• Aromatics: Scallions, ginger
• Seasonings: Fish sauce, salt, sugar

Garnishes

• Chopped scallions
• Cilantro
• Fried shallots

Instructions

Making the Filling

First, combine the ground meat, minced shrimp (if using), and chopped aromatics in a mixing bowl. Next, add the seasonings like fish sauce, oyster sauce, and sesame oil and mix everything together well. The ideal ratio for the filling is 70% pork to 30% shrimp. Once mixed, refrigerate the filling for 30 minutes to allow the flavors to blend.

Folding the Wontons

Place a wonton wrapper on a clean work surface in a diamond orientation. Add approximately 1 teaspoon of the filling into the center. Fold the wrapper in half to create a triangle, pressing the edges to seal. Bring the two outer corners together and press again to seal the wonton package. Refer to package instructions for more shape options.

Cooking the Broth

In a large stockpot, bring the chosen stock to a gentle simmer. Add aromatics like whole scallions and ginger. Season the broth with fish sauce, salt, and sugar.

Cooking the Wontons

Once the broth is simmering, carefully add the wontons. Cook for 5 minutes until the wontons float to the top and are cooked through. You can either boil the wontons directly in the soup or cook them separately and add them to the seasoned broth later.

Assembling the Soup

Using a ladle, transfer the hot wonton soup into individual serving bowls. Add 4-5 wontons to each bowl.

Serving Suggestions

Garnish the wonton soup with extra chopped scallions, cilantro, fried shallots, or a drizzle of chili oil. Offer sides like rice noodles, chili sauce, or shredded chicken. You can also add vegetables like bok choy or proteins like cooked shrimp, mushrooms, or chicken to the broth.

Conclusion

Making authentic wonton soup at home is easy with this straightforward recipe. The key steps are preparing the flavorful filling, properly folding the wontons, simmering the broth, and finally combining everything in a bowl. Feel free to get creative with additional mix-ins and garnishes to make this classic Vietnamese soup your own. The key steps are preparing the savory filling, properly folding the wontons, simmering the flavorful broth, and finally combining everything in the bowl. Feel free to get creative and make this classic Vietnamese soup your own with additional mix-ins and garnishings.