Anti-Inflammatory Homemade Wonton Soup with a Flavorful Twist

This Anti-Inflammatory Homemade Wonton Soup is a comforting, nourishing bowl packed with healing ingredients. Made with ginger, garlic, turmeric, fresh vegetables, and light protein-filled wontons, this soup supports digestion, reduces inflammation, and boosts immunity—without sacrificing flavor. It’s warm, soothing, and perfect for clean eating, recovery days, or cozy evenings.

🛒 Ingredients

🥟 Wonton Filling

• 200 g ground chicken or turkey (lean protein)

• 1 tsp fresh ginger, grated

• 1 clove garlic, minced

• 1 tbsp finely chopped green onions

• 1 tsp low-sodium soy sauce or coconut aminos

• ½ tsp sesame oil

• ¼ tsp black pepper

• ½ tsp turmeric powder (anti-inflammatory)

🥟 Wonton Wrappers

• 20–24 wonton wrappers (whole-wheat if available)

🍲 Anti-Inflammatory Soup Broth

• 6 cups low-sodium chicken or vegetable broth

• 1 tbsp olive oil or avocado oil

• 1 tbsp fresh ginger slices

• 2 cloves garlic, smashed

• ½ tsp turmeric powder

• ½ tsp black pepper (activates turmeric)

• 1 tbsp rice vinegar or apple cider vinegar

• 1 tbsp low-sodium soy sauce or coconut aminos

• 1 cup mushrooms (shiitake or button, sliced)

• 1 cup baby spinach or bok choy

• Optional: ½ tsp chili flakes for warmth

👩‍🍳 Instructions

1️⃣ Prepare the Wontons

1. In a bowl, mix ground chicken, ginger, garlic, green onions, soy sauce, sesame oil, pepper, and turmeric.

2. Place 1 tsp filling in the center of each wonton wrapper.

3. Lightly wet edges with water, fold and seal tightly.

4. Set aside on a tray.

2️⃣ Make the Healing Broth

1. Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.

2. Add ginger slices and garlic, sauté for 30–40 seconds until fragrant.

3. Pour in broth, turmeric, black pepper, soy sauce, and vinegar.

4. Bring to a gentle simmer and cook for 10 minutes to infuse flavors.

3️⃣ Cook the Wontons

1. Gently add wontons to simmering broth.

2. Cook for 4–6 minutes until wontons float and filling is cooked through.

3. Add mushrooms and spinach, cook another 2 minutes until tender.

4️⃣ Serve

• Taste and adjust seasoning

• Serve hot, garnished with green onions or fresh herbs

🌿 Anti-Inflammatory Benefits

• Ginger & Garlic: Reduce inflammation and aid digestion

• Turmeric + Black Pepper: Powerful natural anti-inflammatory combo

• Spinach & Mushrooms: Rich in antioxidants

• Lean Protein: Supports muscle and immune health

🍽️ Serving Suggestions

• Enjoy as a light dinner or healing lunch

• Pair with a side of steamed vegetables

• Perfect for cold, flu, or recovery days

🧊 Storage

• Refrigerate soup (without wontons) up to 3 days

• Freeze uncooked wontons up to 2 months

🥗 Nutrition Highlights (Approx.)

• Low fat

• Anti-inflammatory

• High protein

• Light yet satisfying