Easy Dumpling Soup

Cozy up with this 30-minute dumpling soup! Featuring frozen dumplings in a rich miso-ginger broth topped with chili crisp, it’s the ultimate weeknight comfort food.

about this dumpling soup

There’s nothing better than curling up with a steaming bowl of soup after a long day – especially when it only takes 30 minutes to make. This dumpling soup is exactly what I crave when takeout feels like too much work but instant ramen won’t cut it.

A dumpling soup recipe like this turns a bag of frozen dumplings into pure comfort food. The broth does all the heavy lifting here, with ginger, garlic, and miso paste creating layers of flavor that’ll make you want to drink every last drop. Toss in your favorite dumplings (veggie, chicken, or pork – they all work!), and dinner practically makes itself.

When the weather turns chilly or you need a quick dinner win, this soup delivers every time. It’s the kind of meal that feels like you’ve been simmering it all day, but really? It’s just 30 minutes from start to finish.

ingredients

sesame oil. Sesame oil brings a nuttiness to the base of the soup.

chili crisp. Use your favorite brand of chili crisp.

garlic. Mince the garlic by hand or grab a jar of minced garlic!

green onion. Also called scallions, make sure that you separate the green and white parts.

ginger. Fresh ginger is a must! You can use a food processor to grind it to a paste, buy it in paste form, or mince it finely.

soy sauce. We prefer to use light sodium soy sauce. You can also use tamari.

white miso paste. This miso paste brings a ton of depth to the soup.

vegetable broth. You can use vegetable broth or chicken broth for this recipe.

rice vinegar. Rice vinegar or mirin can be used in this recipe.

dumplings. Small dumplings are best, because they are much easier to eat! You could also use mini wontons or small potstickers.

bok choy. Use baby bok choy or bok choy leaves, depending on your flavor preferences. Baby bok choy is sweeter and milder in flavor. Can’t find bok choy? Use spinach leaves instead!

toppings. You can use a variety of toppings like chili crisp, green onion, sesame seeds, and/or fried onions.

optional add ons. You can add in cooked noodles like ramen noodles or rice noodles to bulk up this recipe.

this recipe’s must-haves

To make this recipe, we like to use a large Dutch oven. You can also use your favorite large pot.

You will also need some cooking utensils, including a whisk and wooden spoon.

That’s it! This 30-minute meal is so easy with minimal clean up.

here’s how to make dumpling noodle soup

make soup base

In a large pot over medium heat, add the sesame oil. Once hot, add chili crisp, the white parts of the green onion, ginger, and garlic. Cook until fragrant and the green onion is softened, about 2 minutes, stirring occasionally.

Stir in soy sauce, broth, and rice vinegar. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to a simmer. Simmer for about 4 minutes.

In a small bowl, add the white miso paste. Ladle in some of the simmering broth, whisking until the miso paste is dissolved in the hot broth. Pour the miso broth into the large post, stirring to combine.

add dumplings

Add the dumplings to the large pot. Simmer until the dumplings are almost cooked through (reference the package instructions).

finish soup and serve

Stir in half of the green parts of the green onion and baby bok choy (or bok choy), cooking until it wilts, about 1 to 2 minutes.

Plate in bowls and serve. You can also plate with cooked noodles in the bowls (we like to use ramen!) or top it with your favorite cooked protein.

tips and tricks

choose the right size dumplings. Make sure that you pick smaller dumplings or mini wontons. They are easier to eat than the large dumplings or potstickers. I personally really like the Bibigo wontons that you can find at Costco or at your local Kroger-brand store. The leftover frozen wontons are my favorite last-minute appetizer to make in the air fryer 😉

fresh ingredients are best. Using fresh garlic, green onion (scallion), and ginger is a must to getting the best punch of flavor from the aromatics.

taste taste and taste again. Make sure that you are tasting throughout cooking this soup! You can adjust the amount of chili crisp and soy sauce as you wish. Add a splash of lime juice for more acid if you feel like it needs more brightness. Make it your own! Don’t forget the garnish – this is another source of flavor to enhance the dish.

More comforting soup recipes: Thai Shrimp Noodle Soup | Vegetable Tempura Udon Soup | Curry Tomato Tortellini Soup | Instant Pot Ramen

can I add noodles to this soup?

You can easily turn this asian soup with dumplings into a dumpling noodle soup! I like to use ramen noodles, because of their size. You can really use your favorite rice noodle, udon noodle, or ramen noodle. Cook the noodles as instructed on the package and add to the bottom of your bowls. Top with the dumpling soup and enjoy!

can I add protein to this soup?

Yes you can! Add in shredded rotisserie chicken, thinly sliced cooked pork, or crispy cubes of tofu to add additional protein to this recipe.

is this recipe vegetarian?

You can make this soup vegetarian by using vegetable dumplings!

can I make this soup ahead of time?

This dumpling soup recipe is best eaten fresh! However, you can make the soup base in advance and store it in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. Reheat the soup in a pot over medium heat when you are ready to eat it. Then add the frozen dumplings and vegetables as instructed in the recipe card below.

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what to serve with dumpling soup

This meal has everything you need to make it a full meal in a bowl! I like to serve it with extra chili crisp, sliced green onions, and sesame seeds. You can also serve it with lime wedges for fresh lime juice, soy sauce or tamari, or even Sriracha for some added heat.

how to store

Store. This is a recipe that is best eaten the day that it is made! The longer it sits, the more the dumpling wrappers start to fall apart. You can store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

Reheat. Reheat in a pot on the stove over low heat until warmed through.

more asian-inspired recipes to check out

Crispy Korean chicken wings are the BEST spicy and crunchy wing recipe. They are super easy and disappear so fast.

Steamed vegetable wontons are an easy vegetarian appetizer for everyone to enjoy.

These singapore street noodles are ready in just 15 minutes and are the ultimate takeout-at-home recipe for noodle-lovers.

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