Description
This Super Easy Dumpling Soup is a quick and comforting weeknight meal featuring flavorful chicken broth, tender dumplings, and fresh garnishes. Ready in just 20 minutes, it combines savory ingredients like ginger, soy sauce, and sesame oil to create a warm, satisfying bowl perfect for busy evenings.
Ingredients
Scale
Soup Base
- 6 cups chicken broth (homemade preferred)
- 2 tablespoons low sodium soy sauce (adjust to taste)
- 1 tablespoon freshly grated ginger (ginger paste can be substituted)
Dumplings & Garnish
- 12-16 pieces frozen dumplings (choose pork, chicken, or vegetable)
- 1-2 teaspoons sesame oil (adjust to taste)
- 2 tablespoons diced green onions (chives can be used as an alternative)
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. Bring the mixture to a gentle boil over medium heat to infuse the flavors.
- Cook the dumplings: Carefully add 12-16 frozen dumplings into the boiling broth. Cook for approximately 4 minutes or until the dumplings float to the surface, indicating they are cooked through.
- Finish the soup: Turn off the heat. Drizzle 1-2 teaspoons of sesame oil over the soup to enhance aroma and flavor. Garnish with 2 tablespoons of diced green onions for a fresh, vibrant finish.
- Serve immediately: Ladle the hot soup into bowls and serve right away to enjoy the comforting warmth and balanced taste.
Notes
- Adjust soy sauce quantity according to your preferred saltiness.
- Use homemade chicken broth for deeper flavor, or substitute with a high-quality store-bought variety.
- Select dumplings based on dietary preference: pork, chicken, or vegetable options work well.
- Ginger paste can be used as a convenient substitute for freshly grated ginger.
- For a vegan version, use vegetable broth and vegetable dumplings.
- Add extra chili oil or fresh chili slices for a spicy kick.
