Description
Dumpling soup is the perfect quick and comforting weeknight meal that combines savory broth, hearty dumplings, and fresh vegetables. Ready in under 30 minutes, this easy recipe uses frozen dumplings, shiitake mushrooms, spinach, and a flavorful tamari broth, making it a satisfying, nutritious, and versatile dish that you can customize to your liking.
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil or avocado oil
- 8 ounces shiitake mushrooms, stemmed and sliced
- 2 tablespoons tamari or soy sauce, plus more for serving
- 6 cups vegetable broth
- 4 garlic cloves, grated
- 1 tablespoon grated fresh ginger
- 1 medium carrot, julienned
- 1 pound frozen vegetable dumplings, mini wontons, or potstickers
- 4 scallions, thinly sliced
- 3 cups fresh spinach
- 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
- 1 tablespoon fresh lime juice
- Sesame seeds, for garnish
- Sichuan chili crisp or toasted sesame oil, for serving
Instructions
- Sauté the Mushrooms: Heat oil over medium heat in a large pot. Add the shiitake mushrooms and cook for 5-8 minutes until softened.
- Prepare the Broth: Add tamari, vegetable broth, garlic, ginger, julienned carrot, frozen dumplings, and half the sliced scallions. Stir well and bring to a boil. Reduce heat to a simmer and cook for about 4 minutes until dumplings are heated through.
- Add Greens and Seasonings: Remove the pot from heat and stir in spinach, rice vinegar, and lime juice until the spinach wilts.
- Serve: Taste and adjust the seasoning with extra tamari or lime juice if needed. Ladle into bowls, garnish with the remaining scallions, sesame seeds, and a drizzle of Sichuan chili crisp or toasted sesame oil.
Notes
- You can use different types of frozen dumplings like shrimp or beef , depending on your preference.
- Add tofu cubes or shredded chicken for extra protein.
- For a spicier version, increase the Sichuan chili crisp or add fresh sliced chilies.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat gently on the stovetop.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Asian Fusion
