Description

This Potsticker Soup is the ultimate comfort food mash-up. It’s hearty enough to stand alone as dinner and packed with bold flavors in a light, savory broth. Think crispy-bottomed dumplings mingling with sweet peas, tender carrots, and rich aromatics—all swirled in a gently simmered broth that tastes like it came from a favorite noodle bar. Perfect for a quick weeknight dinner, a satisfying lunch, or a cozy weekend meal, it also makes an easy recipe win for both beginners and seasoned cooks.

Whether you’re searching for warm food ideas, quick soup options, or satisfying dinner ideas, this Potsticker Soup ticks all the boxes. Plus, it’s loaded with texture, color, and feel-good ingredients. Great for anyone looking to spice up their easy dinner routine.

Ingredients

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12 frozen potstickers (vegetable, chicken, or pork)

1 tablespoon vegetable oil

1 tablespoon sesame oil

1 small onion, diced

2 cloves garlic, minced

1 teaspoon ginger, freshly grated

3 medium carrots, diced

2 celery stalks, diced

1 cup green peas (fresh or frozen)

6 cups chicken or vegetable broth

2 tablespoons soy sauce

1 teaspoon rice vinegar

Salt and pepper to taste

2 green onions, chopped

Fresh cilantro or parsley for garnish

Instructions

Heat vegetable oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add frozen potstickers flat-side down. Fry until golden (2-3 minutes), then add 1/4 cup water, cover, and steam for 5-6 minutes. Remove from skillet.
In a large pot, heat sesame oil. Sauté diced onion, garlic, and ginger for 3 minutes.
Add carrots and celery; cook 5 minutes more. Pour in broth, soy sauce, and rice vinegar. Simmer for 10 minutes.
Stir in green peas. Add cooked potstickers to the pot and heat for 3-4 minutes.
Season with salt and pepper. Ladle into bowls and garnish with green onions and herbs.