What To Serve With Wonton Soup - 33 BEST Side Dishes - Pantry & Larder (2024)

If you’re wondering what to serve with your wonton soup, you’ve come to the right place.

In this article, I list 33 of the most popular side dishes for wonton soup.

In a rush? Here’s the short answer.

The best dishes to serve with wonton soup are baked char siu bao, homemade Chinese egg noodles, General Tso’s chicken, and coconut rice. You can also try beef and broccoli, scallion pancakes, salt and pepper pork, or smashed cucumbers. For toppings, try chili crisp or fried wonton strips.

Ready? Let’s jump right in.

Homemade Chinese egg noodles

These homemade egg noodles are the perfect starchy addition to your wonton soup.

They have a rich flavor and boast a chewy, bouncy texture.

And you only need three basic pantry staples and a splash of water to make them.

Psst… you can roll and cut these noodles by hand, but you can also use a pasta maker if you have one.

Why we love this recipe: you can freeze any extra noodles for later.

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Homemade Chinese egg noodles
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Hand-pulled noodles
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Zucchini noodles

Chili crisp

This is technically a condiment, not a side, but it can really take your wonton soup to the next level.

It brings a nice fiery kick to liven up your simple broth.

Pro tip: for best results, this recipe recommends leaving the chili to sit for a day or two so it can develop a more intense flavor.

Why we love this recipe: a batch can last for a month in the fridge.

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Chili crisp
Ditch the heat
Cantonese ginger scallion oil
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Spring onion oil

Salt and pepper pork

Salt and pepper may not sound exciting, but this recipe doesn’t use your run-of-the-mill black peppercorns.

It uses Sichuan peppercorns, which have a unique numbing effect on your mouth! Plus citrusy background notes.

You’ll need to plan slightly ahead because these need a minimum of 4 hours marinating time (they’re well worth the wait).

Why we love this recipe: these are highly addicting.

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Salt and pepper ribs
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Salt and pepper squid
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Chinese boneless spareribs

Fried wonton strips

Got some leftover wonton sheets? Fry them up and turn them into crisps.

They’ll make an excellent crunchy topping for your wonton soup.

Just a heads up, with the right temperature these wrappers crisp up in a matter of seconds, so don’t leave them unattended or they’ll burn.

Why we love this recipe: you only need two ingredients to make them.

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Fried wonton strips
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Homemade scallion sesame crackers

Beef and broccoli

Beef broccoli is one of the Chinese takeout dishes you can easily replicate in your own kitchen.

This recipe uses flank steak, which usually needs a long soak in the marinade to break down its proteins.

But adding cornstarch to the mix will fix that and keep the beef moist and tender as it cooks.

Serve this beef broccoli with rice and a bowl of wonton soup for a complete and nourishing meal.

Why we love this recipe: everyone will be begging for second helpings.

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Beef and broccoli
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Mongolian beef
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Crispy chili beef

Chinese scallion pancakes

Ready-to-eat scallion pancakes are widely available in grocery stores, but nothing comes close to the homemade version.

They’re delightfully crisp and flaky. And the fresh scallions bring a sharp, peppery bite.

Serve them alongside a piping hot bowl of wonton soup with a chili-ginger dipping sauce.

Why we love this recipe: it’s highly detailed and has visuals to guide you.

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Chinese scallion pancakes
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Roti canai
Go Korean-style
Korean vegetable pancake

Coconut rice

Not up for noodles with your wonton soup? How about a bowl of coconut rice instead?

This recipe uses a combination of coconut milk AND coconut water to infuse the rice with a mildly sweet creaminess.

And to make authentic Asian-style coconut rice, pandan leaves are a must – they add a wonderful fragrance to round out this dish.

Psst… you can also use kaffir lime leaves.

Why we love this recipe: it has a 4.95 rating from 195 votes.

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Firecracker shrimp

If you’ve never had firecracker shrimp before, you’re missing out!

This dish features jumbo shrimp soaked in a zesty marinade, wrapped in spring roll wrappers, then deep-fried.

The contrast between the crunchy wrapper and juicy, zippy shrimp is simply irresistible.

These treats are superb as a quick snack, but why not try them alongside wonton soup for a hearty afternoon treat?

Why we love this recipe: these will be gone in a flash.

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Firecracker shrimp
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Prawn spring rolls
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General Tso’s chicken

General Tso’s chicken may not be authentically Chinese, but it draws huge inspiration from Hunan cuisine, which is known for spicy food.

But don’t worry – this recipe isn’t too hot, it’s got the perfect balance of flavors for Western tastes!

Pair this dish with homemade fried rice and wonton soup for the ultimate “fake-out” feast.

Why we love this recipe: it’s better than takeout.

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Baked char siu bao

Looking for a new baking project to tackle? These bao buns are an excellent option.

They’re quite labor-intensive because you also have to make the sweet-savory filling, but it’s all good fun.

And this recipe gives you two different methods to pick from.

Why we love this recipe: these will flood your kitchen with a mouthwatering aroma as they bake.

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Chinese cucumber salad

This cucumber salad is simple, but don’t count it out.

It’s refreshingly tangy and spicy and adds an excellent cooling contrast to your soup.

It calls for smashing the cucumbers, which gives them rougher edges and means they catch as much as the sesame dressing as possible.

Why we love this recipe: it’s perfect for summer, or if you’re after a no-cook dish.

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Pai huang gua
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Quick pickled Asian cucumbers
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The best side dishes to serve with wonton soup

• Homemade Chinese egg noodles
• Chili crisp
• Salt and pepper pork
• Fried wonton strips
• Beef and broccoli
• Chinese scallion pancakes
• Coconut rice
• Firecracker shrimp
• General Tso’s chicken
• Baked char siu bao
• Chinese cucumber salad