Description
This Potsticker Soup is the ultimate comfort food — tender dumplings simmered in a flavorful broth with fresh vegetables and seasonings. Ready in just 30 minutes, it’s cozy, quick, and nourishing.
Ingredients
12 frozen potstickers (chicken, pork, veggie, or shrimp)
6 cups chicken or vegetable broth
2 cups mixed vegetables (bok choy, carrots, mushrooms, spinach)
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 tablespoon fresh ginger, grated
2 tablespoons soy sauce (low sodium preferred)
1 teaspoon sesame oil
Optional toppings: scallions, cilantro, sesame seeds, chili oil
Instructions
1. Heat sesame oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add garlic and ginger, sauté until fragrant (about 1–2 minutes).
2. Pour in broth and soy sauce, then bring to a gentle simmer.
3. Add vegetables (except leafy greens) and cook for 5–7 minutes until tender.
4. Stir in frozen potstickers and cook for 8–10 minutes, until they float and are fully heated.
5. Add leafy greens such as spinach or bok choy, simmer for 1–2 minutes.
6. Taste and adjust seasonings with soy sauce, chili flakes, or rice vinegar.
7. Serve hot, topped with scallions, cilantro, and sesame seeds.
Notes
– For a vegetarian version, use veggie dumplings and vegetable broth.
– For extra protein, add tofu cubes or shredded chicken.
– To make ahead, prepare the broth and veggies, then cook dumplings fresh before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Asian Fusion
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (about 2 cups)
- Calories: 300 kcal
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 700 mg
- Fat: 10 g
- Saturated Fat: 2 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7 g
- Carbohydrates: 32 g
- Fiber: 4 g
- Protein: 12 g
- Cholesterol: 25 mg
Keywords: Potsticker Soup, Dumpling Soup, Asian Soup Recipe