– 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
– 1 pound ground pork (or ground chicken)
– 1 cup shredded carrots
– 1 cup chopped green onions (scallions)
– 3 cloves garlic, minced
– 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, minced
– 8 cups chicken or vegetable broth
– 1/4 cup soy sauce
– 1 teaspoon sesame oil
– 12–15 frozen potstickers (store-bought or homemade)
– 2 cups baby bok choy, chopped
– Salt and pepper to taste
– Fresh cilantro for garnish (optional)
– Sliced chili for garnish (optional)
Creating the Easy Potsticker Soup is simple when you follow these steps:
1. Heat the Oil: In a large pot, heat the vegetable oil over medium heat.
2. Cook the Pork: Add the ground pork and cook until browned, breaking it up with a spoon (about 5 minutes).
3. Add Vegetables: Stir in the shredded carrots, chopped green onions, minced garlic, and ginger. Cook for another 2-3 minutes, ensuring the vegetables are tender.
4. Pour in Broth: Pour in the chicken or vegetable broth, followed by the soy sauce and sesame oil. Stir to combine.
5. Simmer: Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer and cook for 5 minutes.
6. Add Potstickers: Gently add the frozen potstickers to the pot and cook for 5-7 minutes, or until they are heated through.
7. Toss in Bok Choy: Add the chopped baby bok choy and simmer for an additional 2-3 minutes until wilted.
8. Season: Season with salt and pepper to taste. Adjust flavors as desired.
9. Garnish: Serve the soup hot, garnished with fresh cilantro and sliced chili if using.
These simple steps will guide you in preparing this delightful soup effortlessly.