Description
This Easy Potsticker Soup with Veggies combines tender frozen potstickers, fresh vegetables, and a flavorful broth to create a comforting and nourishing soup ready in under 30 minutes. Perfect for busy weeknights or cozy meals, it delivers a balance of textures and vibrant Asian-inspired flavors, with plenty of room for customization.
Ingredients
Scale
Potstickers
- 12–16 frozen potstickers (pork, chicken, vegetable, or preferred filling)
Broth Base
- 4 cups low-sodium chicken or vegetable broth
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
Fresh Vegetables
- 1 cup chopped carrots
- 1 cup sliced mushrooms
- 2 cups chopped bok choy
Aromatics & Flavorings
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, minced
- 2 green onions, sliced (plus extra for garnish)
- Optional: chili flakes, to taste
Instructions
- Prepare the Aromatics: Heat sesame oil in a pot over medium heat. Add minced garlic and ginger and cook for about 1 minute until fragrant, setting a flavorful foundation for the soup.
- Build the Broth: Pour in chicken or vegetable broth and bring it to a gentle boil. Add soy sauce for umami depth and balanced savoriness.
- Add the Veggies: Stir in chopped carrots, mushrooms, and bok choy. Let the mixture simmer for 5-7 minutes until the vegetables soften but remain crisp and vibrant.
- Cook the Potstickers: Gently add frozen potstickers to the simmering broth. Cook according to package instructions, typically 6-8 minutes, until they float and are cooked through.
- Finish and Serve: Taste the soup and adjust seasoning with more soy sauce or salt if needed. Ladle into bowls, garnish with green onions and optional chili flakes, and serve immediately.
Notes
- Use frozen potstickers to save prep time without sacrificing flavor.
- Do not overcook vegetables; keep them crisp-tender for best texture and color.
- Adjust seasoning at the end to avoid an overly salty broth.
- Skim off any foam that forms while cooking potstickers for a clear broth.
- Add herbs like green onions or cilantro just before serving to preserve their brightness.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Appetizers
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: Asian-inspired
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (approximately 1.5 cups)
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 10mg