Description: A quick and comforting soup made with tender dumplings, a ginger-garlic broth, and fresh vegetables — ready in 30 minutes using store-bought potstickers.
10–12 frozen dumplings or potstickers
6 cups low-sodium chicken or vegetable broth
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 tbsp fresh ginger, grated
2 tbsp soy sauce
1 tsp sesame oil
1 cup mushrooms, sliced
1 large carrot, thinly sliced
1–2 baby bok choy, chopped
Green onions, sliced (for garnish)
Chili oil or red pepper flakes (optional)
Heat oil in a pot. Sauté garlic and ginger for 1–2 minutes.
Add broth, soy sauce, and bring to a simmer.
Stir in mushrooms, carrots, and bok choy. Simmer 5–7 minutes.
Add frozen dumplings and simmer another 5–7 minutes until cooked through.
Stir in sesame oil. Taste and adjust seasoning.
Ladle into bowls. Garnish with green onions and chili oil if desired.