Description
Warm up with a comforting Potsticker Soup made with savory vegetable broth, tender dumplings, and fresh veggies for a soul-soothing meal perfect for any season. This flavorful soup balances textures and aromas, delivering a quick, wholesome meal that nourishes both body and soul.
Ingredients
Scale
Potstickers
- 12–15 potstickers (store-bought or homemade, gluten-free if desired)
Broth and Seasoning
- 6 cups vegetable broth
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon fresh ginger (natural extract), minced
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce (natural, gluten-free if needed)
- 1 teaspoon sesame oil (natural)
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch slurry with natural gelling agent (mixed with 2 tablespoons water)
Vegetables and Garnish
- 2 cups baby spinach
- 1 medium carrot, thinly sliced
- 3 scallions, chopped
Instructions
- Prepare the broth: Start by gently warming the vegetable broth in a large pot. Add the minced garlic and fresh ginger (natural extract) to infuse the broth with bright, warming flavors. Let it simmer gently while preparing other ingredients.
- Cook the potstickers: Add the chosen potstickers directly into the simmering broth. Cook until they float to the surface and the filling is tender, approximately 5 to 7 minutes for frozen potstickers, ensuring they remain soft and cooked through.
- Add fresh vegetables: Stir in the thinly sliced carrots and baby spinach. Allow the vegetables to soften slightly while maintaining a pleasant texture and vibrant color.
- Season and thicken: Mix in soy sauce (natural) and drizzle sesame oil (natural) for added savoriness and depth. Whisk the cornstarch slurry with natural gelling agent and stir into the broth to lightly thicken it to a silky, comforting consistency, if desired.
- Garnish and serve: Remove the soup from heat. Ladle into bowls and sprinkle with chopped scallions for a fresh, bright finish. Optionally, add toasted sesame seeds or a few drops of chili oil for extra flavor.
Notes
- Choose fresh or high-quality potstickers for the best texture and flavor.
- Avoid overcooking potstickers to maintain their tender texture.
- Sauté garlic and ginger briefly in a little sesame oil before adding broth to enhance aroma and flavor.
- Taste and adjust soy sauce gradually to balance saltiness and umami.
- Adjust the thickness of the broth with the cornstarch slurry containing the natural gelling agent according to preference.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Appetizers
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: Asian-inspired
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (about 1.5 cups)
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 700mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: Potsticker Soup, dumplings, vegetable broth, gluten-free soup, quick soup recipe, comforting soup, Asian soup
