Description
This comforting Potsticker Soup combines savory vegetable broth with tender frozen potstickers and fresh vegetables, creating a quick and flavorful meal. Enhanced with shiitake mushrooms, ginger, garlic, and a splash of soy and toasted sesame oil, this soup is perfect for a cozy lunch or dinner. Optional toppings like chili crisp and toasted sesame seeds add extra texture and spice.
Ingredients
Scale
Soup Base
- 2 tablespoons olive oil, divided
- 8 ounces shiitake mushrooms, thinly sliced
- 2 tablespoons grated or minced fresh ginger
- 4 cloves garlic, pressed or minced
- 6 cups vegetable broth
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
Main Ingredients
- 16 to 20 ounces frozen potstickers
- 3 baby bok choy, ends trimmed and leaves separated
- 5 scallions, thinly sliced and divided
Finishing Touches
- 2 teaspoons toasted sesame oil
- Freshly-ground black pepper, to taste
Optional Toppings
- Chili crisp
- Toasted sesame seeds
- Furikake seasoning
- Fried garlic
Instructions
- Heat the Oil and Sauté Aromatics: In a large pot, heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil over medium heat. Add the thinly sliced shiitake mushrooms and cook until they are tender and fragrant, about 3-4 minutes. Stir in the grated ginger and minced garlic, cooking for another 1-2 minutes until aromatic, being careful not to burn the garlic.
- Add Broth and Seasonings: Pour in the 6 cups of vegetable broth and add the soy sauce. Stir well to combine, then bring the mixture to a gentle simmer over medium-high heat.
- Cook the Potstickers: Gently add the frozen potstickers to the simmering broth. Cook according to the package instructions, usually 6-8 minutes, or until the potstickers float to the top and are cooked through.
- Add Vegetables and Scallions: Once potstickers are nearly done, add the separated bok choy leaves and half of the sliced scallions. Simmer for 2-3 minutes until the bok choy is wilted but still vibrant green.
- Finish with Sesame Oil and Seasoning: Remove the pot from heat and stir in the toasted sesame oil. Season the soup with freshly ground black pepper to taste. Adjust any additional seasoning with soy sauce if desired.
- Serve and Garnish: Ladle the soup into bowls and garnish with the remaining scallions and any optional toppings like chili crisp, toasted sesame seeds, furikake seasoning, or fried garlic for added flavor and texture.
Notes
- If you prefer a spicier soup, add chili crisp directly to the broth or as a garnish when serving.
- Substitute vegetable broth with chicken broth for a non-vegetarian version.
- Ensure potstickers are fully cooked through by following package directions closely.
- Feel free to add other greens like spinach or napa cabbage as a variation.
- Use low-sodium soy sauce to control salt content if desired.
Keywords: potsticker soup, Asian soup, vegetarian soup, easy soup recipe, potstickers, shiitake mushrooms, bok choy soup