Easy Vegetable Gyoza Soup (Potsticker)
Short on time and creativity? Wanting a relatively healthy meal that the whole family can enjoy? This ONE POT Easy Vegetable Gyoza Soup comes together in about 15 minutes using frozen dumplings. Savory and satisfying, it is comfort food at its easiest.
Inspiration for this semi-homemade recipe
My kiddos dumpling obsession is real: potstickers, dumplings, gyoza, you name it, they can pack ’em away. Inspired by their dumpling craze and my longing for vegan wonton soup (it is nearly impossible it at restaurants), I had the idea of putting their favorite dumplings into a veggie soup.
Voila! A new family favorite was born.
In fact, it’s ALMOST too simple to even be a recipe. But after trying to explain my method to a friend, I realized it would be beneficial to write it down and share. All you need are some frozen dumplings, veggies of choice, and broth (with a few additional optional items). Yup, it’s really that simple.
Gyoza Soup, Potsticker Soup, Dumpling Soup…which is it?
What dumplings can you use for this Asian soup? Any dumplings that can be cooked through steaming will work! Check the package for cooking methods.
While the recipe is written for frozen dumplings, I offer guidance under “notes” if using fresh dumplings.
We have used frozen Chinese dumplings from our local farmers’ market and one of our favorite local restaurants, but most often we use the kids’ favorite frozen Trader Joe’s Thai Gyoza because, well, we always have them on hand. And if I could find veggie-filled wontons, I would definitely use them!
Ingredient Notes and Substitutions
Dumplings (Gyoza):
As mentioned above, any frozen or fresh vegetable dumplings that can be cooked by steaming will work for this simple recipe.
Broth:
In addition to vegetable broth, you can also use miso in this recipe. If using miso paste, I recommend using 1/2 veggie broth and 1/2 miso paste with water for best depth of flavor.
Veggies:
Any vegetables will work in this soup. Consider carrots, celery, onions, bok choy, cabbage, broccoli, cauliflower, spinach, squash, peppers, sweet potatoes, or kale. Add vegetables that require less time to cook (like spinach and bok choy) can be later, see recipe card for details.
How to make this easy frozen dumpling soup
This method couldn’t be easier. It is the quickest way to get dinner on the table in 15 minutes! The simple steps can be done in ONE POT!
- In a large pot or pan that has a lid, combine 1 cup veg broth, ginger, and veggies (except quick cooking veggies like greens or boy choy, those can go in later). Bring to boil, and then reduce heat to medium. Cook for about 2-3 minutes until veggies start to soften.
- If using frozen dumplings, add into pot with veggies, spacing them apart from each other to avoid sticking. See photos above recipe card. It is okay if dumplings are on top of veggies. Only add more broth if the first cup has evaporated, as dumplings steam best with just a small amount of liquid.
- Bring broth to boil. Lower heat to medium-low. Then cover and steam until heated through, about 3 more minutes.
- Add tofu, quick cooking veggies, and additional broth to desired liquid level for soup (2-3 more cups). Turn up heat to medium and cover just to warm broth through. Be careful not to boil the cooked dumplings.
- Ladle into bowls, add optional toppings, and serve.
Storage
Store leftovers in refrigerator for up to 5 days.
The leftover broth with veggies can be frozen for up to 6 months in air tight container. Because dumplings/gyoza were previously frozen and then cooked, they are not likely to hold up freezing again.
FAQs
A veggie gyoza is often filled vegetables like cabbage, mushrooms, carrots, ginger, garlic, and green onion. Sometimes, they also include tofu, edamame, or noodles as well. The dough is usually made from wheat flour.
For this recipe, any frozen dumplings that can be cooked through steaming will work. Check the dumpling package for cooking methods.
Yes, this recipe is vegan, as long as you choose vegan gyoza or potstickers that are also vegan. Be sure to check the label. Examples of vegan dumpling brands include Trader Joe’s Thai Vegetable Gyoza, Nasoya, Bibigo, and Annie Chun’s.
Yes, if you have fresh vegetable dumplings, you should cook the veggies in the broth longer before adding the fresh dumplings since they will take less time to cook.
Yes, you can double the recipe but consider using two pots to allow the dumplings to be spaced apart to avoid sticking.
If you enjoy this recipe, you may also like:
- Easy Carrot & Lentil Soup (Instant Pot and Stovetop)
- One Pot Superfood Soup
- One Pot Creamy Vegan Potato Chowder
- 8 Easy Vegan Trader Joe’s Meals
- Easy Vegan Meals for One
I hope you enjoy this Easy Vegetable Gyoza Soup recipe. Please rate and review in comments below once you try it!
Cheers!
–Jenn
Easy Vegetable Gyoza Soup (Potsticker)
Ingredients
- 3-4 cups veggie or miso broth, divided see Substitutions section above
- 1 teaspoon ginger grated or very finely chopped
- 4 cups mixed vegetables, chopped like carrots, celery, cabbage, broccoli, cauliflower, spinach, kale, peppers, mushrooms
- 1 cup diced tofu can use plain, baked, or air fried
- 1 pound vegetable dumplings (frozen or fresh) Like gyoza, potstickers, or wontons. Must be able to cook by steaming- check packaging.
- optional toppings include fresh cilantro, fresh jalapeno, sriracha, or garlic chili sauce
Instructions
- In a large pot or pan that has a lid, combine 1 cup veg broth, ginger, and veggies (except quick cooking veggies* like greens or boy choy, those can go in later). Bring to boil, and then reduce heat to medium. Cook for about 2-3 minutes until veggies start to soften.
- If using frozen dumplings*, add into pot with veggies, spacing them apart from each other to avoid sticking. See photos above recipe card. It is okay if dumplings are on top of veggies. Only add more broth if the first cup has evaporated, as dumplings steam best with just a small amount of liquid.
- Bring broth to boil. Lower heat to medium-low. Then cover and steam until heated through, about 3 more minutes.
- Add tofu, quick cooking veggies*, and additional broth to desired liquid level for soup (2-3 more cups). Turn up heat to medium and cover just to warm broth through. Be careful not to boil the cooked dumplings.
- Ladle into bowls, add optional toppings, and serve.
Notes
Nutrition
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I love a good soupy dumpling meal when It’s cold outside. This one is wonderful and soul satisfying
Thanks Nancy, I agree:)!
Quick, easy, and tasty – my kind of recipe on a busy weeknight!
Right? Thanks Holly!
There is nothing more comforting than dumpling soup! I love all the veggies you added!
Thank you Crystal!
This soup turned out so delicious! Love how easy it was to put together too!
Thanks Andrea!