Description
A comforting and flavorful soup featuring tender potstickers simmered in a savory broth with vegetables and aromatic seasonings. This quick and easy recipe is perfect for a cozy weeknight dinner or a simple meal that feels special.
Ingredients
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- 1 tbsp sesame oil or vegetable oil
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tsp fresh ginger, grated
- 6 cups chicken or vegetable broth
- 1 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tsp rice vinegar (optional)
- 1/2 tsp chili garlic sauce or sriracha (optional, for a spicy kick)
- 12–15 frozen potstickers or dumplings
- 1 cup mushrooms, sliced
- 1 cup baby spinach or bok choy
- 2 green onions, thinly sliced
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Sauté Aromatics:
- Heat sesame oil in a large pot over medium heat.
- Add garlic and ginger, sautéing until fragrant, about 1 minute.
- Prepare the Broth:
- Pour in the broth, soy sauce, and rice vinegar.
- Add chili garlic sauce if using.
- Bring to a gentle simmer.
- Cook the Potstickers and Vegetables:
- Add frozen potstickers directly into the simmering broth.
- Cook for 5–7 minutes or until the potstickers are tender and heated through.
- Add mushrooms and cook for another 2 minutes.
- Finish with Greens:
- Stir in spinach or bok choy and cook until just wilted.
- Taste and adjust seasoning with salt and pepper.
- Serve:
- Ladle soup into bowls and garnish with green onions.
- Serve hot and enjoy!
Notes
- You can use fresh potstickers if available; just adjust the cooking time accordingly.
- Add vegetables like carrots, snow peas, or zucchini for variety.
- A drizzle of toasted sesame oil on top enhances the flavor.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 280 kcal
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 720 mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 15 mg