When it comes to quick comfort food, nothing beats a bowl of warm, flavorful potsticker soup. It’s cozy, nourishing, and surprisingly easy to whip up in just 25 minutes. This dish combines the savory richness of dumplings with a light yet satisfying broth, making it the perfect meal for busy weeknights, chilly evenings, or when you’re craving something hearty without spending hours in the kitchen.
Why You’ll Love This Potsticker Soup
- Quick & Easy: Ready in just 25 minutes from start to finish.
- Comforting & Nourishing: A perfect balance of dumplings, vegetables, and broth.
- Versatile: Works with chicken, shrimp, pork, or veggie potstickers.
- Family-Friendly: A dish that both kids and adults enjoy.
Ingredients You’ll Need
- 12–16 frozen potstickers (chicken, pork, shrimp, or veggie)
- 6 cups chicken or vegetable broth (low-sodium preferred)
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 teaspoon fresh ginger, grated
- 2 medium carrots, sliced thin
- 2 cups bok choy or napa cabbage, chopped
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
- Green onions, sesame seeds, or fresh cilantro for garnish
- Optional: chili oil or red pepper flakes for heat
How to Make Potsticker Soup in 25 Minutes
Step 1: Build the Broth
In a large pot, heat sesame oil over medium heat. Add garlic and ginger, sautéing until fragrant (about 1 minute). Stir in soy sauce and rice vinegar, then pour in the broth. Bring to a gentle boil.
Step 2: Cook the Vegetables
Add sliced carrots and bok choy. Simmer for about 5–7 minutes until just tender but still crisp.
Step 3: Add the Potstickers
Carefully drop frozen potstickers into the simmering broth. Cook according to package directions—usually 5–7 minutes—until they float and the wrappers are soft.
Step 4: Taste and Adjust
Season with extra soy sauce, a squeeze of lime juice, or chili oil for heat.
Step 5: Garnish and Serve
Ladle soup into bowls, top with chopped green onions, sesame seeds, or fresh herbs, and enjoy immediately.
Tips for Success
- Don’t overcook dumplings; they should be tender but intact.
- Add leafy greens like spinach or bok choy at the last minute to keep them bright.
- For extra heartiness, stir in a handful of rice noodles.
Serving Ideas
This soup is filling enough to stand on its own, but you can pair it with:
- Steamed edamame
- Fried rice or jasmine rice
- A crisp cucumber salad
Final Thoughts
In just 25 minutes, you can create a cozy, flavorful potsticker soup that tastes like it came from your favorite restaurant. With its mix of savory dumplings, aromatic broth, and fresh vegetables, it’s the ultimate quick comfort meal you’ll want to make again and again.
