Description
A comforting and easy-to-make Potsticker Soup featuring savory dumplings simmered in a flavorful broth with fresh vegetables and aromatic seasonings. Perfect for a quick weeknight meal, this Asian-inspired soup combines the heartiness of potstickers with the freshness of spinach and carrots, all enhanced by a touch of ginger, garlic, and soy sauce.
Ingredients
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Soup Base
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 3 green onions (sliced, whites and greens separated)
- 2 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1 teaspoon fresh ginger (grated)
- 6 cups low-sodium chicken or vegetable broth
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
- 1 teaspoon chili garlic sauce (optional)
Vegetables and Add-ins
- 3 cups baby spinach
- 1 cup shredded carrots
- 16 frozen potstickers or dumplings (chicken, pork, or veggie)
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh cilantro or green onion greens for garnish
Instructions
- Heat the Aromatics: In a large pot or Dutch oven, heat sesame oil and olive oil over medium heat. Add the white parts of the green onions, minced garlic, and grated ginger. Sauté for 1–2 minutes until fragrant, releasing their aromas and flavors into the oil.
- Add Broth and Seasonings: Pour in the low-sodium chicken or vegetable broth and bring the mixture to a simmer. Stir in soy sauce, rice vinegar, and chili garlic sauce if you desire a bit of heat, building a savory and tangy soup base.
- Cook the Potstickers: Add the frozen potstickers directly into the simmering broth. Cook for 5–7 minutes or according to the package instructions until they are fully heated through and tender.
- Add Vegetables: Stir in shredded carrots and baby spinach. Cook for an additional 2 minutes, just until the spinach wilts and the carrots are slightly softened without losing their crunch.
- Season and Garnish: Taste the soup, then adjust seasoning with salt and pepper as needed. Ladle the soup into bowls and garnish with the reserved green onion greens or fresh cilantro. Serve hot and enjoy your hearty potsticker soup.
Notes
- For a heartier soup, add cooked shredded chicken or stir in a scrambled egg at the end.
- You can use any style of frozen dumpling—pan-fried or steamed potstickers both work well in this soup.
- Adjust chili garlic sauce to your spice preference or omit it for a milder flavor.
- Serve with a side of steamed rice for a more filling meal.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Asian-Inspired
