Description
This comforting Dumpling and Bok Choy Soup features tender dumplings simmered in a flavorful broth infused with garlic, ginger, soy sauce, and a hint of chili. Fresh baby bok choy adds a vibrant crunch, making it a cozy and nutritious Asian-inspired meal perfect for weeknights or chilly days.
Ingredients
Scale
Soup Base
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, grated
- 6 cups low-sodium chicken or vegetable broth
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
- 1 teaspoon chili garlic sauce (optional)
Main Ingredients
- 12–16 frozen dumplings (pork, chicken, or veggie)
- 3–4 cups baby bok choy, halved or chopped
- 2 green onions, sliced
Seasoning & Garnish
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Toasted sesame seeds (optional)
- Extra chili oil for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare Aromatics: Heat the sesame oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and grated ginger. Sauté for 1–2 minutes until fragrant, ensuring they do not burn to maintain a fresh flavor.
- Add Broth and Seasonings: Pour in the low-sodium broth and bring it to a gentle simmer. Stir in the soy sauce, rice vinegar, and chili garlic sauce if using, blending the flavors well.
- Cook Dumplings: Add the frozen dumplings to the simmering broth. Cook according to package instructions, typically 6–8 minutes, or until the dumplings are heated through and floating, indicating they are ready.
- Add Bok Choy: In the last 2–3 minutes of cooking, add the baby bok choy to the pot. Allow it to wilt and become tender but still vibrant green.
- Season and Serve: Taste the soup and adjust the seasoning with salt and pepper as needed. Ladle the soup into bowls, topping each with sliced green onions. Garnish with toasted sesame seeds or a drizzle of chili oil if desired. Serve hot for the best experience.
Notes
- Use any variety of dumplings—store-bought or homemade—to suit your preference.
- For a heartier meal, add cooked noodles or tofu to the soup.
- Leftovers store well and reheat easily the next day, making it convenient for meal prep.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Asian-Inspired
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 820mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
