Name: Potsticker Soup: A Warm and Flavorful Dumpling Broth Recipe
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 10 min
Total time: 20 min
Cuisine: Asian
Ingredients: 4 cups chicken broth or vegetable broth; 1 tablespoon soy sauce; 1 tablespoon sesame oil; 2 teaspoons freshly grated ginger; 2 cloves garlic, finely minced; 1 tablespoon rice vinegar (optional); Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste; 1 teaspoon chili oil or red pepper flakes (optional, for heat); 12 to 15 frozen potstickers (store-bought or homemade); 2 to 3 green onions, chopped; 1/2 cup sliced mushrooms (optional); 1/2 cup spinach or bok choy leaves (optional)

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Introduction

Potsticker Soup is a warm, comforting bowl bursting with flavor and simple ingredients. This easy recipe combines savory broth, tender potstickers, and fresh vegetables for a satisfying meal that’s perfect any day of the week.

A close-up of a bowl filled with seven dumplings floating in a clear golden broth. The dumplings are light beige with a soft, slightly wrinkled texture, each showing unique folded shapes. Green chopped herbs and small green onion pieces are scattered on top and floating in the broth, adding bright green spots. Tiny red chili flakes are sprinkled lightly over the surface of the soup. Steam rises gently from the bowl, showing the dish is hot. The bowl is white with a thin dark rim and sits on a surface with a white marbled texture. photo taken with an iphone --ar 4:5 --v 7

Ingredients

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

Instructions

Step 1: Warm the sesame oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and grated ginger, sautéing for about 30 seconds until fragrant and aromatic.
Step 2: Pour in the chicken or vegetable broth and bring it to a gentle simmer over medium heat.
Step 3: Carefully add the frozen potstickers to the simmering broth. Cook according to the package instructions, usually 5 to 7 minutes, until the potstickers are fully cooked and tender.
Step 4: If using mushrooms, spinach, or bok choy, add them in during the last 2 to 3 minutes of cooking to maintain their texture and vibrant color.
Step 5: Stir in the soy sauce and rice vinegar if using. Season the broth with salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste. Adjust the seasoning until you are happy with the flavor.
Step 6: Ladle the soup into bowls and garnish generously with chopped green onions. For a spicy kick, drizzle with chili oil or sprinkle with red pepper flakes before serving.

Tips & Variations

Use vegetable broth to make this soup vegan-friendly and swap potstickers for vegetable-filled varieties for a plant-based meal.
Add a soft-boiled egg on top for extra richness and protein.
Fresh herbs like cilantro or Thai basil can be added as a garnish for additional freshness.
To enhance the broth’s flavor, simmer a few slices of dried shiitake mushrooms with the broth before adding potstickers.

Storage

Store leftover soup in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. When reheating, warm it gently on the stove to prevent the potstickers from becoming tough. Avoid freezing the soup if it contains fresh greens, as they may discolor upon thawing.

How to Serve

A close-up of a bowl filled with seven golden-yellow tortellini floating in a spicy red broth, mixed with dark green spinach leaves and sprinkled with white sesame seeds and small pieces of bright green chopped scallions. The broth has a glossy texture with visible red chili flakes scattered throughout. The white bowl rests on a white marbled surface, with the edges of another bowl and a basket with light-colored crackers just visible 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. Cook them according to their specific instructions, usually requiring less time in the broth to avoid overcooking.

What can I substitute for sesame oil if I don’t have it?

You can use vegetable or peanut oil as a substitute though the flavor will be less nutty. Adding a small drizzle of toasted sesame seeds at the end can help bring some of the sesame flavor back.