Description
Potsticker Soup is a quick, comforting meal made with frozen dumplings simmered in a savory broth infused with garlic, ginger, and soy sauce. Perfect for chilly evenings, this customizable soup is easy to make and packed with flavor.
Ingredients
- 12–15 frozen potstickers (store-bought or homemade)
- 4 cups chicken broth (or vegetable broth for vegetarian)
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
- 2 teaspoons grated ginger
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2–3 green onions, chopped (for garnish)
- ½ cup sliced mushrooms (optional)
- ½ cup spinach or bok choy (optional)
- 1 tablespoon rice vinegar (optional)
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 teaspoon chili oil or red pepper flakes (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare the Broth: In a pot, heat sesame oil over medium. Sauté garlic and ginger until fragrant. Add broth, soy sauce, and rice vinegar; simmer 5–10 minutes.
- Add Potstickers and Vegetables: Add frozen potstickers; simmer for 5–7 minutes until heated through. Add mushrooms or greens during the final minutes.
- Season: Taste and adjust with salt, pepper, or chili oil.
- Serve: Ladle into bowls, garnish with green onions and a drizzle of sesame oil.
Notes
- Use vegetable broth and vegan potstickers for a vegan option.
- Add cooked noodles for a heartier version.
- Store leftovers in the fridge for up to 3 days; reheat gently with a splash of broth.
