Dumpling Soup

ByCasey Monroe

Why Make This Recipe

Dumpling soup is a comforting and delicious dish that combines the rich flavors of mushrooms, fresh vegetables, and soft dumplings. This soup is not only filling but also nutritious, making it a great choice for a quick weeknight dinner or a cozy meal. It’s easy to prepare and perfect for sharing with friends and family. Plus, you can customize it according to your taste, adding in your favorite veggies or spices.

How to Make Dumpling Soup

Ingredients:

  • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil or avocado oil
  • 8 ounces shiitake mushrooms (stemmed and sliced)
  • 2 tablespoons tamari or soy sauce (plus more for serving)
  • 6 cups vegetable broth
  • 4 garlic cloves (grated)
  • 1 tablespoon grated fresh ginger
  • 1 medium carrot (julienned)
  • 1 pound frozen vegetable dumplings
  • 4 scallions (thinly sliced)
  • 3 cups fresh spinach
  • 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon fresh lime juice
  • Sesame seeds (for garnish)
  • Sichuan chili crisp (optional, for serving)

Directions:

  1. Heat the oil in a large pot over medium heat.
  2. Add the mushrooms and cook, stirring occasionally, for 5 to 8 minutes until they are softened.
  3. Add the tamari, broth, garlic, ginger, carrot, dumplings, and half of the scallions. Stir everything together.
  4. Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat and let it simmer for 4 minutes until the dumplings are heated through.
  5. Remove from the heat and add the spinach, rice vinegar, and lime juice. Stir until the spinach wilts.
  6. Season to taste with salt or more tamari.
  7. Ladle the soup into bowls and garnish with the remaining scallions and sesame seeds. Serve hot with more tamari and Sichuan chili crisp, if desired.

How to Serve Dumpling Soup

Serve the dumpling soup warm in bowls. You can add extra toppings like chili crisp or more scallions. This dish goes well with a side of rice or crusty bread.

How to Store Dumpling Soup

If you have leftovers, let the soup cool completely. Store it in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. You can also freeze the soup for up to 2 months. Just thaw it in the fridge overnight and heat it on the stove before serving.

Tips to Make Dumpling Soup

  • Use fresh vegetables like bok choy or bell peppers if you want to change it up.
  • Adjust the spices according to your taste; add chili flakes for more heat.
  • Make sure not to overcook the dumplings to keep them tender and chewy.

Variation

You can easily swap out the frozen vegetable dumplings for chicken or pork dumplings if you prefer. Adding other ingredients like tofu or noodles can also change the flavor and texture of the soup.

FAQs

Can I use homemade dumplings instead of frozen ones?
Yes! Homemade dumplings will add an extra touch of freshness to the soup, just make sure they are cooked properly in the broth.

Is dumpling soup gluten-free?
To make this soup gluten-free, use gluten-free tamari and check the dumpling packaging to ensure they are gluten-free.

Can I make dumpling soup vegan?
Absolutely! This recipe is already vegan as long as the dumplings do not contain any animal products. Just double-check what’s in your dumplings!