Description
This Potsticker Soup is a cozy and flavorful dish that’s quick to prepare, combining savory broth with tender potstickers and fresh vegetables. Perfect for a comforting meal, it features aromatic ginger and garlic, a hint of soy and sesame oil, and optional spicy or tangy additions to suit your taste.
Ingredients
Scale
Soup Base
- 4 cups chicken broth (or vegetable broth for a vegetarian option)
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
- 2 teaspoons grated fresh ginger
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon rice vinegar (optional, for added tanginess)
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 teaspoon chili oil or red pepper flakes (optional, for a spicy kick)
Main
- 12–15 frozen potstickers (store-bought or homemade)
Vegetables & Garnish
- ½ cup sliced mushrooms (optional)
- ½ cup spinach or bok choy, chopped (optional)
- 2–3 green onions, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Prepare the Broth: Heat sesame oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add minced garlic and grated fresh ginger, sautéing for about 1 minute until fragrant to release their aromas and flavors.
- Add Broth and Seasonings: Pour in the chicken broth and bring it to a gentle simmer. Stir in soy sauce and rice vinegar (if using), allowing the broth to simmer for 5 to 10 minutes so that the flavors meld beautifully.
- Add Potstickers and Vegetables: Carefully add the frozen potstickers to the simmering broth. Cook them for 5 to 7 minutes until they are heated through and tender. If using mushrooms or chopped spinach/bok choy, add them during the last few minutes of cooking to soften without overcooking.
- Season the Soup: Taste the broth and adjust the seasoning by adding salt, pepper, and chili oil or red pepper flakes for a spicy kick as desired. Once the seasoning is balanced and all ingredients are cooked, remove the pot from heat.
- Serve and Garnish: Ladle the soup into bowls, ensuring each serving includes broth, potstickers, and vegetables. Garnish with chopped green onions and optionally drizzle a little extra sesame oil on top for enhanced flavor and aroma. Serve hot and enjoy a comforting bowl of potsticker soup.
Notes
- For a vegetarian version, use vegetable broth instead of chicken broth.
- You can customize the soup by adding other vegetables like carrots or snow peas.
- Adjust the number of potstickers depending on your preferred portion size.
- Rice vinegar adds a subtle tanginess that brightens the soup but can be omitted if preferred.
- Chili oil or red pepper flakes are optional for those who enjoy a spicy note.
- Frozen potstickers do not require thawing before adding to the soup.
- This soup is best served immediately but can be refrigerated and reheated within 2 days.
