Ingredients

For the Beef Wontons:

1 lb ground beef

2 garlic cloves, minced

1 tablespoon soy sauce

1 teaspoon sesame oil

½ teaspoon ground ginger

¼ teaspoon white pepper

1 package wonton wrappers

For the Soup:

6 cups chicken broth

1 tablespoon soy sauce

1 teaspoon sesame oil

1-inch piece of ginger, sliced

2 garlic cloves, smashed

1 cup bok choy, chopped

1 cup shiitake mushrooms, sliced

2 green onions, chopped, for garnish

Instructions

Prepare the Wontons:

In a bowl, combine the ground beef, minced garlic, soy sauce, sesame oil, ground ginger, and white pepper. Mix well. Place about 1 teaspoon of the filling in the center of a wonton wrapper. Wet the edges with water, fold into a triangle, and seal. Bring the two corners together to form a crescent shape. Repeat until all the filling is used.

Make the Soup Base:

In a large pot, bring the chicken broth to a boil over medium-high heat. Add the soy sauce, sesame oil, sliced ginger, and smashed garlic. Let it simmer for about 5 minutes to infuse the flavors. Remove the ginger and garlic pieces before adding other ingredients.

Cook the Wontons:

Gently add the prepared wontons to the simmering broth. Let them cook for about 4-5 minutes or until they float to the top, indicating they are cooked through.

Add Vegetables:

Stir in the bok choy and shiitake mushrooms. Simmer for another 2-3 minutes until the vegetables are tender.

Serve:

Ladle the soup into bowls, ensuring each portion has several wontons and vegetables. Garnish with chopped green onions for a fresh touch. Enjoy your comforting and flavorful beef wonton soup!