Description
Cozy up with this Easy Potsticker Soup recipe—quick, flavorful, and perfect for a warm, comforting meal any day of the week. Combining tender potstickers with a savory broth and fresh vegetables, this one-pot soup is both satisfying and simple to prepare, ideal for busy days or soothing lunches.
Ingredients
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Soup Base
- 4 cups chicken or vegetable broth
- 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, grated
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
Potstickers
- 12 fresh or frozen potstickers (store-bought)
Vegetables
- 3 green onions, sliced
- 2 cups baby spinach or bok choy, washed and chopped
Seasonings
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 teaspoon sesame oil
- Optional: ¼ teaspoon chili flakes
Instructions
- Prepare the broth: Start by heating your chicken or vegetable broth in a large pot over medium heat. Add freshly grated ginger and minced garlic, allowing these aromatics to infuse the broth for 3 to 5 minutes, stirring occasionally. This step builds the foundation of your flavorful soup.
- Add the potstickers: Once the broth is simmering, carefully add your potstickers. Let them cook according to package instructions—usually around 5 to 7 minutes—until they float and are fully heated through. Stir gently to prevent sticking.
- Incorporate the vegetables: When the potstickers are nearly done, toss in your green onions and leafy greens like spinach or bok choy. These add freshness and a pleasant texture contrast to the tender dumplings. Cook just until the greens wilt, keeping their bright color intact.
- Season the soup: Finish by stirring in soy sauce and a dash of sesame oil for that classic umami flavor and nuttiness. If you like a bit of heat, sprinkle in some chili flakes now. Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary, then remove from heat.
- Serve and enjoy: Ladle the soup into bowls while hot, making sure each serving has a good ratio of broth, potstickers, and veggies. Get ready for a cozy, soul-soothing meal!
Notes
- Use fresh ginger: Fresh grated ginger gives a brighter, more refreshing flavor than powdered.
- Avoid overcooking potstickers: Overcooked potstickers can become chewy, so watch the timing closely.
- Add veggies last: This keeps them crisp and vibrant, preventing mushiness.
- Opt for low-sodium broth: It allows you to control salt levels better when seasoning.
- Garnish creatively: Fresh cilantro or a squeeze of lime can add a new dimension to the soup.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Appetizers
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: Asian-inspired
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (about 1 1/2 cups)
- Calories: 250 kcal
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 700 mg
- Fat: 7 g
- Saturated Fat: 1 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 30 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 10 g
- Cholesterol: 15 mg