Dinner

Potsticker Soup Recipe

ByHugo Harnd November 8, 2025November 8, 2025

Introduction

Potsticker soup is a comforting and flavorful dish that’s perfect for chilly days or when you crave something warm and satisfying. This easy recipe combines savory broth, tender potstickers, and fresh vegetables for a delightful meal in minutes.

The image shows a white bowl filled with clear broth and several dumplings floating in it. The dumplings are light beige with soft, folded edges and look tender. The broth has small pieces of bright orange carrots, green onions, and sesame seeds scattered on top, adding color and texture. The bowl sits on a white marbled surface, and the warm soup looks inviting and fresh. The photo taken with an iphone --ar 4:5 --v 7

Ingredients

1 tbsp sesame oil or vegetable oil
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 tsp fresh ginger, grated
6 cups chicken or vegetable broth
1 tbsp soy sauce
1 tsp rice vinegar (optional)
1/2 tsp chili garlic sauce or sriracha (optional, for a spicy kick)
12–15 frozen potstickers or dumplings
1 cup mushrooms, sliced
1 cup baby spinach or bok choy
2 green onions, thinly sliced
Salt and pepper, to taste

Instructions

Step 1: Heat the sesame or vegetable oil in a large pot over medium heat.
Step 2: Add the minced garlic and grated ginger, sautéing until fragrant, about 1 minute.
Step 3: Pour in the chicken or vegetable broth, soy sauce, and rice vinegar if using.
Step 4: Stir in the chili garlic sauce or sriracha, if you like some heat.
Step 5: Bring the broth to a gentle simmer.
Step 6: Add the frozen potstickers directly into the simmering broth.
Step 7: Cook the potstickers for 5–7 minutes, or until they are tender and heated through.
Step 8: Add the sliced mushrooms and cook for another 2 minutes.
Step 9: Stir in the baby spinach or bok choy and cook just until wilted.
Step 10: Taste the soup and adjust seasoning with salt and pepper as needed.
Step 11: Ladle the soup into bowls and garnish with sliced green onions.
Step 12: Serve hot and enjoy your comforting potsticker soup!

Tips & Variations

For extra flavor, use homemade broth or add a splash of toasted sesame oil just before serving.
Swap mushrooms with other vegetables like shredded carrots or snap peas for variety.
Use chicken or pork potstickers if you prefer meat over vegetarian options.
Add noodles such as ramen or udon for a heartier soup.

Storage

Store leftover soup in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. When reheating, warm gently on the stove to prevent potstickers from becoming tough. Avoid freezing if the potstickers contain delicate fillings, as texture may change.