Potsticker Soup Recipe
Potsticker Soup is a comforting and flavorful Asian-inspired soup that features tender potstickers, fresh vegetables, and savory broth. This easy-to-make soup is perfect for a cozy night in or a quick and delicious meal.
- Author: Mia
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Asian
- Diet: Vegetarian
Soup:
- 1 tablespoon vegetable or olive oil
- 1 large leek, cleaned and chopped (white and light green parts only)
- 1/3 cup shaved or chopped carrots
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 4 shiitake mushroom caps, cleaned and thinly sliced
- 3 baby bok choy, tender leaves and firm stems chopped separately
- 1/4 cup lite soy sauce
- 5 cups chicken or vegetable broth (= two 14 oz cans plus 1 cup of water)
- 2 teaspoons sesame oil
- 2 teaspoons Better Than Bouillon, chicken or mushroom (optional but delish)
Potstickers:
- 1 1/2 pounds frozen potstickers, wontons or dumplings (minis recommended, see notes) (no need to thaw)
- 1/3 cup thinly sliced green onions (about 2 green onions)
- sesame seeds for topping (see notes for other suggestions)
- Heat the oil: Heat the vegetable or olive oil in a 4-quart Dutch oven or soup pot over medium heat until the oil shimmers.
- Saute vegetables: Add leeks, carrots, garlic, mushrooms, and firm baby bok choy stems to the pot. Saute until leeks are soft, about 5 minutes.
- Add broth and seasonings: Stir in soy sauce, broth, and sesame oil. Bring to a light boil, stirring frequently.
- Optional: Dissolve Better Than Bouillon paste if using.
- Cook potstickers: Add frozen potstickers to the pot and cook according to package instructions.
- Finish soup: Reduce heat, stir in reserved bok choy leaves and most of the green onions.
- Serve: Top with remaining green onions and sesame seeds before serving.
Notes
- For a variation, try adding tofu cubes or cooked chicken for extra protein.
- You can customize the toppings with cilantro, chili oil, or a splash of rice vinegar for added flavor.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 380 kcal
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 1200mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
Keywords: Potsticker soup, Asian soup, easy soup recipe, dumpling soup