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If you like dumplings, then you are going to love this dumpling soup. This recipe has a light broth that is deeply restorative and enjoyable on a cold day. We would like to think that this recipe bridges the gap between effortless convenience and comforting satisfaction. The light broth is complemented by the rich flavour of the dumplings.

This soup embodies the ideology of maximum comfort with minimum effort. It is a low-stress meal that requires a handful of pantry staples and a bag of store-bought dumplings. The flavours are light but intense.

What makes this Dumpling soup incredible?

When you have your first spoonful, it will feel as if you are enjoying a soup that has been simmering for hours; in actuality, this dumpling soup takes less than thirty minutes. One of the best things about this Dumpling soup recipe is its incredible versatility. You can add your favourite vegetables or whatever you have in the fridge, along with a few leafy greens.

The secret to a great soup lies in the balance of flavours. A good dumpling soup feels clean and energizing. The broth keeps you hydrated, whilst the protein-packed dumplings and vegetables will keep you satiated for a few hours.

The History of Dumpling soup

Dumpling soup has roots that stretch back to the Han Dynasty in China. Over 1,800 years ago, the first dumpling was made by a physician named Zhang Zhongjing, who wrapped medicinal herbs, meat, and chili in dough to treat ill villagers. By boiling the dough pockets in a warm broth, he created a healing recipe that became popular across China. Nowadays, you can try an array of different Wonton soups in Southern China

Ingredients

Frozen dumplings, Chicken Stock Cube, Soy Sauce, Oyster Sauce, Ginger, Garlic, Onion, Spinach, Limes, Radish, and Apple Cider Vinegar.

In this recipe, we have chosen to use lamb dumplings; the light broth, along with the lamb’s flavours, complements the vegetables. Chicken stock cube adds a light flavour to the broth. If you are making a dumpling soup with beef or lamb dumplings, the chicken broth will lighten the flavour.

Store-bought dumplings are a convenient and easy way to make this recipe in less than 30 minutes. You can choose between beef, lamb, chicken, or vegetable dumplings for this recipe. You can choose between Chinese dumplings or Russian Pelmeni. Chinese dumplings resemble a crescent moon; they have distinctive pleating that seals them on one side. Whereas Pelmeni are circular and resemble Italian Tortellini. Check your supermarket to see what is available.

Soy sauce, oyster sauce, and apple cider vinegar add depth to the soup. Ginger, garlic, and onion enhance the soup’s savouriness. Radish lightens the flavour of the broth, and since you are using it in this dumpling soup, you may as well make a Radish salad that complements this recipe well. Spinach adds colour and nutrition to the soup; you can use Bokchoy, Swiss chard, Kale, or parsley in its place.

Instructions

Peel the ginger and carrot, and julienne them into matchsticks. Slice the onion and garlic. Add cooking oil to a pot and sauté the onion and garlic until lightly caramelized. Add the julienned carrots and stir.

Add the slices of ginger to the pot and sauté for 3 to 4 minutes. This will help to release the flavours. Add the beef stock cube to the pot.

Add water along with the condiments such as soy sauce, oyster sauce, and apple cider vinegar. While the dumpling soup simmers on medium-low heat, slice up a few radishes into thin cylindrical disks and add it to the soup.

Add the dumplings to the soup and let it simmer for 9 minutes; this is the time it will take for the frozen dumplings to cook in the broth. Add the washed and sliced spinach in the last few minutes of the cooking time.

Once the dumplings are cooked. Drizzle with some chili oil and serve with a fresh radish salad. Dumpling soup is more than just a convenient meal; it is a ritual of comfort. Whether you are looking for a quick weeknight meal or a healthy alternative to takeout, this recipe combines the best of both worlds by pairing store-bought dumplings with vegetables and leafy greens.

How to make a Quick Chili oil for this recipe?

If you don’t have any chili oil on hand, you can mince one clove of garlic, add it to a saucepan with some chili flakes and a neutral cooking oil such as grapeseed oil, light olive oil, or avocado oil. Add the ingredients to the saucepan and heat for one to two minutes until the oil is bubbling. Remove from the stove and pour into a small bowl. Drizzle all over the dumpling soup.

What to Serve with Dumpling Soup?

This soup pairs well with our Radish Salad recipe. The Radish salad has a tangy flavour that complements the rich flavour of the lamb dumplings.

How to Store Dumpling soup?

Store in the fridge for two to three days. Reheat on the stove or in the microwave. Freezing the dumpling soup will cause the dumpling dough to absorb the soup, and the dumplings will not retain their shape. It is recommended to freeze the broth and throw in the dumplings during the cooking process for a quick and fast meal.