Quick Dumpling Soup
If you’re ever craving a filling and warming fall dish that is ready in 15 minutes, this quick dumpling soup is the perfect recipe for you!
Welcome back to QUICKIES, a series of recipes that require minimal prep and take very little time. This quick dumpling soup is ready in 15 minutes, featuring an aromatic broth, noodles, dumplings, and a few veggies.
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
- I am a big fan of taking instant ramen and elevating it to a level where it is healthy, nutritious, and beautifully presented. This quick dumpling soup is a perfect example of this.
- The broth in this recipe is infused with classic aromatics featured in various Asian cuisines. between ginger, garlic, soy sauce, and miso paste, you will be enjoying the most amazing bouquet of flavors.
- Did I mention that this dish is ready in 15 minutes? Ideal for a quick lunch, a lazy dinner, or a convenient meal for a beginner cook.
- This quick dumpling soup can easily be customized to your preference. Plus, this is the perfect opportunity to use up any aging veggies.
Dumpling Soup In Different Cultures
Dumpling soup holds significant cultural and historical importance in various parts of the world. The specific ingredients, flavors, and rituals associated with dumpling soup vary widely from one culture to another, reflecting the diversity and richness of global culinary traditions.
- Jiaozi is a type of Chinese dumpling traditionally eaten during festivals, especially Chinese New Year. Jiaozi soup usually involves these dumplings served in a flavorful broth.
- Japanese Wonton soup features wontons, similar to Chinese jiaozi, served in a clear broth with green onions and sometimes other toppings like seaweed or bok choy.
- Mandu Guk is a traditional Korean soup featuring dumplings filled with ingredients like tofu and vegetables in a clear broth. It is a popular dish during the Lunar New Year.
- Barszcz z Uszkami is a traditional Polish beet soup with mushroom-filled dumplings. Uszka translates as “little ear” to denote their signature shape.
- Italian cuisine features both tortellini and gnocchi soups. As a matter of fact, one of my favorite recipes is the delicious vegan tortellini soup.
These and many other cultures have a traditional soup featuring their national dumplings. Dumpling soup often represents comfort, warmth, and nourishment. It is a great way to bring families and communities together, especially during special occasions and celebrations.
How to Make This Recipe
Over medium heat, saute ginger and garlic for about 2 minutes until fragrant in a medium-sized pot.
Then, pour in the vegetable broth, and add soy sauce and miso paste.
Allow the contents to rise to a boil. Add frozen dumplings, noodles, carrots, and greens. It will take a few minutes for the dumpling to cook and the noodles to soften over a gentle simmer.
That leaves just enough time to prep the garnish. Pour the soup into bowls and serve with green onion, chili flakes, and sesame seeds as desired. Enjoy immediately.
Hack It!
- Personally, I like to add some spice to my dishes… Which means I may add a bit more than a teaspoon of chili flakes! If you’re like me, don’t be shy and add some more heat. If you’re the opposite, adjust the heat to your preference.
- You can customize the vegetables to your liking. For instance, you can swap in or add red bell pepper, bok choy, and bean sprouts. Ensure they are chopped uniformly for even cooking.
- Feel free to add other ingredients like tofu, mushrooms, or leafy greens for added flavor and nutrition.
- Gluten free? Use rice or glass noodles, and of course, gluten-free dumplings. You can even make your own dumplings using rice paper! Don’t forget to swap out regular soy sauce for tamari.
- Both soy sauce and traditional miso paste contain soy. If you have an allergy, replace soy sauce with coconut aminos. As for miso, you can seek out rice or barley miso, or add a tablespoon of your favorite seed or nut butter instead.
Tips for Best Results
Here are some tips and tricks to achieve the best results with this dumpling soup recipe:
- Freshness of ingredients. Use fresh ginger and garlic for the best flavor.
- Balancing flavors. Taste and adjust the soy sauce and miso paste to achieve a balanced savory flavor in the broth.
- Dumpling placement. When adding the frozen dumplings, be careful not to overcrowd the pot. They should have enough space to cook evenly.
- Garnish enhancement. The green onion, chili flakes, and sesame seeds are not just for presentation; they add a burst of flavor and texture to the dish. Adjust these to your personal taste preferences.
- Serve immediately. Enjoy the soup while it’s hot to experience the full flavor and texture of the ingredients. This will also ensure that the dumplings stay intact.
- Storage. If you have leftovers, consider storing the broth and dumplings separately to prevent the dumplings from absorbing too much liquid and becoming soggy.
Remember, cooking is an art, so feel free to adjust these tips to your own taste preferences. Enjoy your delicious quick dumpling soup!
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- Tahini Ramen Jars
- Creamy Ramen Soup
- Vegetable Sick Day Soup
- Rice Paper Dumplings (Zero Waste)
- Dumpling Salad
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The Recipe: Quick Dumpling Soup
Ingredients
- 1 inch ginger, minced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 3 cups vegetable broth
- 1 tsp soy sauce
- 1 tbsp miso paste
- 10 vegetable dumplings, frozen
- 1 pack brown rice ramen
- ½ cup carrots, cut into matchsticks
- ½ cup greens, chopped
Garnish
- 1 green onion, diced
- 1 tsp chili flakes
- ½ tsp sesame seeds, toasted
Instructions
- Heat a medium sized pot over medium heat. Add the ginger and garlic, and saute for 2 minutes, until fragrant. Add in the vegetable broth, soy sauce and miso paste.
- Bring the soup to a boil, then add the frozen dumplings, noodles, carrots and greens. Allow to simmer over low to medium heat for a few minutes until the dumplings are cooked through and the noodles are soft.
- Transfer to bowls and garnish as desired. Enjoy immediately.
