Description
This Super Easy Dumpling Soup is a quick and comforting weeknight meal perfect for chilly evenings. Featuring tender frozen dumplings simmered in a flavorful broth enriched with fresh ginger, low sodium soy sauce, and finished with a fragrant sesame oil and crisp green onions, this soup offers a delightful balance of warmth and savory taste in just 20 minutes.
Ingredients
Scale
Soup Base
- 6 cups chicken broth (homemade preferred)
- 2 tablespoons low sodium soy sauce (adjust to taste)
- 1 tablespoon freshly grated ginger (or ginger paste)
Dumplings and Garnish
- 12-16 pieces frozen dumplings (pork, chicken, or vegetable)
- 1-2 teaspoons sesame oil (adjust to taste)
- 2 tablespoons diced green onions (or chives)
Instructions
- Prepare the Broth: In a large pot, combine 6 cups of chicken broth, 2 tablespoons of low sodium soy sauce, and 1 tablespoon of freshly grated ginger. Place the pot over medium heat and bring the mixture to a gentle boil.
- Cook the Dumplings: Carefully add 12-16 frozen dumplings to the boiling broth. Let them cook for approximately 4 minutes or until they float to the surface, indicating they are cooked through.
- Add Finishing Touches: Turn off the heat. Drizzle 1-2 teaspoons of sesame oil over the soup for added aroma and flavor. Then, sprinkle 2 tablespoons of diced green onions on top to garnish.
- Serve: Ladle the hot soup into bowls and serve immediately to enjoy the comforting warmth and delicate flavors.
Notes
- Use homemade chicken broth for a richer flavor, or store-bought broth for convenience.
- You can substitute the green onions with chives for a milder onion flavor.
- Adjust soy sauce and sesame oil quantities to your taste preferences.
- Frozen dumplings can be pork, chicken, or vegetable depending on dietary preference.
- Ensure dumplings are cooked thoroughly before serving to avoid any raw centers.
