Description
Comforting Asian-inspired potsticker soup merges delicate dumplings with earthy mushrooms and tender bok choy. Steaming broth and delicious ingredients create a hearty bowl that draws warmth and flavor from traditional Chinese cooking techniques, inviting you to savor each spoonful.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 8–10 frozen potstickers
- 6 cups chicken or vegetable broth
- 2 cups bok choy, chopped
- 1 cup mushrooms, sliced
Aromatic Ingredients:
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1-inch ginger, grated
- 2 green onions, sliced
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
- 1 teaspoon rice vinegar
- 1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
Seasoning:
- Salt, to taste
- Pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Warm a large pot over medium heat, infusing sesame oil with aromatic garlic and ginger until their fragrance fills the kitchen.
- Create a flavorful liquid base by combining savory broth, umami-rich soy sauce, tangy rice vinegar, and a sprinkle of fiery red pepper flakes, allowing the mixture to gently bubble.
- Carefully introduce frozen potstickers into the simmering liquid, allowing them to cook and absorb the surrounding flavors until they become plump and tender.
- Enhance the soup’s depth by adding earthy mushrooms and crisp bok choy, letting them slowly integrate into the broth and develop a vibrant, tender texture.
- Carefully taste and fine-tune the seasoning with salt and pepper, ensuring a balanced and harmonious flavor profile.
- Complete the dish by garnishing with fresh, vibrant green onions, which will add a final layer of brightness and visual appeal just before serving.
Notes
- Swap frozen potstickers with homemade or store-bought vegetarian dumplings for a personalized touch and dietary flexibility.
- Choose low-sodium broth to control salt content and accommodate heart-healthy eating patterns.
- Enhance vegetable variety by adding sliced carrots or water chestnuts for extra crunch and nutrition.
- Customize spice levels by adjusting red pepper flakes or using sriracha for those who enjoy more heat.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner, Appetizer
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: Chinese
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 800 mg
- Fat: 6 g
- Saturated Fat: 1 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 20 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 6 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg