Why Make This Recipe
Potsticker Soup is a delightful and comforting dish that warms you up on chilly days. It combines the wonderful flavors of dumplings, fresh vegetables, and savory broth, creating a meal that’s perfect for the whole family. This recipe is not only tasty but also quick to prepare, making it ideal for busy weeknights.
How to Make Potsticker Soup
Ingredients:
- 1 package (12 oz) pork or chicken dumplings
- 4 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 1 tbsp fresh ginger, grated
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 2 green onions, chopped (for garnish)
- 2 cups fresh spinach or bok choy
- 2 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tsp sesame oil
Directions:
- Gather all your ingredients to streamline the cooking process.
- In a large pot over medium heat, add a splash of oil and sauté minced garlic and grated ginger until fragrant (about 1 minute).
- Pour in the chicken broth and bring to a gentle boil. Add the dumplings and cook until they are tender.
- Stir in fresh spinach or bok choy along with soy sauce, cooking until the greens are wilted (2-3 minutes).
- Drizzle sesame oil before serving for enhanced flavor.
- Ladle into bowls and garnish with chopped green onions.
How to Serve Potsticker Soup
Serve the Potsticker Soup hot in bowls. You can add more green onions on top for extra flavor. It pairs well with rice or a side of pickled vegetables for a complete meal.
How to Store Potsticker Soup
If you have leftovers, let the soup cool completely and transfer it to an airtight container. Store it in the refrigerator for up to three days. To reheat, warm it gently on the stove until heated through.
Tips to Make Potsticker Soup
- Use frozen dumplings for convenience; they cook perfectly in the broth.
- Feel free to add more veggies like carrots or mushrooms for extra nutrition.
- Adjust the soy sauce to taste for a saltier broth, if desired.
Variation
You can make a vegetarian version by using vegetable dumplings and swapping chicken broth for vegetable broth. This makes the soup just as delicious and suitable for vegetarians.
FAQs
1. Can I use homemade dumplings?
Yes, you can use homemade dumplings in this soup for a more personal touch!
2. Is it possible to make this soup ahead of time?
Absolutely! You can prepare the soup up to step 5, then just heat and add the greens when you are ready to serve.
3. Can I freeze Potsticker Soup?
Freezing is not recommended after adding the greens, as they can become mushy. However, you can freeze the soup without greens and add fresh vegetables when reheating.
Potsticker Soup
Ingredients
- 1 package (12 oz) pork or chicken dumplings Use frozen for convenience.
- 4 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 1 tbsp fresh ginger, grated
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 cups fresh spinach or bok choy Can substitute with additional vegetables like carrots or mushrooms.
- 2 tbsp soy sauce Adjust to taste for a saltier broth.
- 1 tsp sesame oil Drizzle before serving.
- 2 stalks green onions, chopped For garnish.
Method
- Gather all your ingredients to streamline the cooking process.
- In a large pot over medium heat, add a splash of oil and sauté minced garlic and grated ginger until fragrant (about 1 minute).
- Pour in the chicken broth and bring to a gentle boil. Add the dumplings and cook until they are tender.
- Stir in fresh spinach or bok choy along with soy sauce, cooking until the greens are wilted (2-3 minutes).
- Drizzle sesame oil before serving for enhanced flavor.
- Ladle into bowls and garnish with chopped green onions.
