Name: Potsticker Soup Recipe
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 25 min
Cuisine: Asian
Ingredients: 4 cups chicken broth (or vegetable broth for vegetarian option); 1 tablespoon soy sauce; 1 tablespoon sesame oil; 2 teaspoons grated ginger; 2 cloves garlic, minced; 1 tablespoon rice vinegar (optional); Salt and pepper to taste; 1/2 cup sliced mushrooms; 1/2 cup spinach or bok choy; 2–3 green onions, chopped (for garnish); 12–15 frozen potstickers (store-bought or homemade); 1 teaspoon chili oil or red pepper flakes (optional)

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Introduction

This comforting potsticker soup is a quick and flavorful meal perfect for any day. Combining savory broth with tender dumplings and fresh vegetables, it’s both satisfying and easy to prepare. Whether you use store-bought or homemade potstickers, this recipe is sure to become a family favorite.

Ingredients

12–15 frozen potstickers (store-bought or homemade)
4 cups chicken broth (or vegetable broth for vegetarian option)
1 tablespoon soy sauce
1 tablespoon sesame oil
2 teaspoons grated ginger
2 cloves garlic, minced
1/2 cup sliced mushrooms
1/2 cup spinach or bok choy
2–3 green onions, chopped (for garnish)
1 tablespoon rice vinegar (optional)
Salt and pepper to taste
1 teaspoon chili oil or red pepper flakes (optional)

Instructions

Step 1: Heat sesame oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add minced garlic and grated ginger, sautéing for about 1 minute until fragrant and beginning to soften.
Step 2: Pour in chicken or vegetable broth, soy sauce, and rice vinegar if using. Bring to a gentle simmer and cook for 5 to 10 minutes to allow flavors to meld.
Step 3: Add the frozen potstickers carefully to the simmering broth. Cook for 5 to 7 minutes until fully heated through and tender.
Step 4: Stir in mushrooms and spinach or bok choy during the last 2 to 3 minutes of cooking to soften and wilt the vegetables.
Step 5: Taste the soup and season with salt, pepper, and chili oil or red pepper flakes if you want extra heat. Remove from heat once seasoned to your liking.
Step 6: Ladle the soup into bowls, ensuring each has a good mix of broth, dumplings, and vegetables. Garnish with chopped green onions and an optional drizzle of sesame oil for added aroma and richness.

Tips & Variations

For extra flavor, try adding a few drops of toasted sesame oil just before serving.
Swap spinach with bok choy or kale based on your preference or availability.
If you prefer a heartier soup, add shredded cooked chicken or tofu for protein.
Make it spicy by increasing the chili oil or adding fresh sliced chili peppers.

Storage

Store leftover soup in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days. Reheat gently on the stove or in the microwave until hot. Note that potstickers may soften further with storage, so avoid overcooking when reheating.

How to Serve

A white bowl filled with clear broth soup containing five visible layers of ingredients: at the top, bright green peas and fresh chopped green herbs float; below them, beige folded dumplings with smooth, soft texture rest throughout; around the dumplings, orange carrot slices and yellow corn kernels add color; there are also translucent cooked onion pieces and small green leafy vegetables mixing into the broth; the soup is set on a white marbled surface with a blurred green plate in the background. Photo taken with an iphone --ar 4:5 --v 7

Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.

FAQs

Can I use fresh potstickers instead of frozen?

Yes, fresh potstickers can be used and generally cook faster. Add them to the simmering broth and cook just until they are heated through and tender, usually 3 to 5 minutes.

Is this soup vegetarian-friendly?

Absolutely. Use vegetable broth and check that your potstickers contain no meat or animal products. You can also add extra vegetables or tofu for protein.