Vegetable Dumpling Soup (温暖蔬菜饺子汤)
A comforting, light-yet-hearty soup packed with tender dumplings, fresh veggies, and aromatic broth. Perfect for chilly days or when you need a nourishing bowl of goodness!
Ingredients
For the Dumplings:
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- ½ tsp salt
- ½ cup warm water
- 1 tbsp vegetable oil
For the Soup:
- 6 cups vegetable broth (or chicken broth for non-veg)
- 1 tbsp sesame oil (or olive oil)
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 1-inch ginger, grated
- 1 carrot, julienned or diced
- 1 cup Napa cabbage (or regular cabbage), shredded
- 4-5 shiitake mushrooms, sliced (or white mushrooms)
- 2 green onions, sliced (white + green parts separated)
- 1 tbsp soy sauce (or tamari for GF)
- ½ tsp white pepper (or black pepper)
- Salt to taste
- Optional: tofu, spinach, or bok choy
Instructions
1️⃣ Make the Dumplings:
- In a bowl, mix flour + salt, then add warm water + oil. Knead into a smooth dough (add more flour if sticky).
- Cover and rest for 15 mins (helps soften the dough).
- Roll into a log, cut into small pieces, and flatten into thin circles (or use store-bought wrappers).
2️⃣ Prep the Soup Base:
- Heat sesame oil in a pot over medium heat. Sauté garlic, ginger, and white parts of green onions until fragrant (~30 sec).
- Add carrots, cabbage, and mushrooms. Stir-fry for 2-3 mins until slightly softened.
3️⃣ Simmer the Broth:
- Pour in broth, soy sauce, and white pepper. Bring to a gentle boil.
- Drop in dumplings one by one (don’t overcrowd!). Simmer for 5-6 mins until they float.
- Taste and adjust seasoning (add salt if needed).
4️⃣ Finish & Serve:
- Stir in green onion tops and optional greens (spinach/bok choy) just before turning off the heat.
- Ladle into bowls and drizzle with extra sesame oil or chili oil if desired.
🌟 Pro Tips
- For extra flavor: Add a splash of rice vinegar or a spoonful of miso paste to the broth.
- Time-saver: Use store-bought dumplings or wontons.
- Protein boost: Add tofu cubes or shredded chicken.
- Make it spicy: Swirl in chili crisp or sriracha.
Why You’ll Love This Soup
✅ Light yet filling (perfect for lunch or dinner).
✅ Customizable with your favorite veggies.
✅ Faster than traditional dumpling soups but just as tasty!
Serve with a side of pickled veggies or crispy wonton strips. Let me know if you’d like a vegan or gluten-free tweak! 🥟🍜
