Savory Spicy Potsticker Soup
This savory and spicy potsticker soup features tender dumplings, fresh crisp vegetables, and a flavorful broth for a comforting lunch or dinner option.
Equipment
- 1 large pot
- 1 knife for slicing and mincing
Ingredients
- 20 –24 frozen potstickers pork, chicken, or veggie
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil or vegetable oil
- 1 medium onion sliced
- 3 –4 garlic cloves minced
- 1 –2 tablespoons fresh ginger minced (optional)
- 4 cups chicken or vegetable broth
- 1 –2 tablespoons soy sauce or tamari
- 1 –2 tablespoons sriracha or chili garlic sauce adjust to taste
- 1 tablespoon rice vinegar optional
- 2 cups fresh vegetables e.g., bok choy, spinach, sliced carrots, mushrooms, snap peas
- 2 –3 green onions sliced
- Optional garnish: sesame seeds cilantro, lime wedges
Instructions
- Heat sesame oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add sliced onion and cook until softened.
- Stir in minced garlic and ginger if using; sauté for about one minute until fragrant.
- Pour in chicken or vegetable broth and stir in soy sauce and sriracha or chili garlic sauce.
- Add rice vinegar if desired to brighten the flavor.
- Bring broth to a gentle simmer. Add frozen potstickers and cook according to package instructions until heated through.
- Add fresh vegetables and simmer for an additional 3 to 5 minutes until crisp-tender.
- Taste and adjust seasoning with more soy sauce or sriracha as needed.
- Serve soup in bowls and garnish with sliced green onions, sesame seeds, cilantro, and lime wedges.
Notes
- Use any quick-cooking vegetables like bok choy, spinach, or mushrooms.
- Add cooked chicken, tofu, or shrimp for extra protein.
- Adjust chili sauce amount to control spice level.
- Serve with crusty bread or steamed rice for a full meal.