Potsticker Soup (Print Version)

# Ingredients:

→ Main Ingredients

01 - 12-15 frozen potstickers (store-bought or homemade)
02 - 4 cups chicken broth (or vegetable broth for vegetarian option)
03 - 1 tablespoon soy sauce
04 - 1 tablespoon sesame oil
05 - 2 teaspoons grated ginger
06 - 2 cloves garlic, minced
07 - 2-3 green onions, chopped (for garnish)

→ Optional Ingredients

08 - 1/2 cup sliced mushrooms
09 - 1/2 cup spinach or bok choy
10 - 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
11 - Salt and pepper to taste
12 - 1 teaspoon chili oil or red pepper flakes

# Instructions:

01 - Heat sesame oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add garlic and ginger, sautéing for 1 minute until fragrant. Pour in chicken or vegetable broth, soy sauce, and optional rice vinegar. Simmer for 5-10 minutes.
02 - Add frozen potstickers to the simmering broth, cooking for 5-7 minutes until heated through. Stir in mushrooms or spinach during the last few minutes.
03 - Adjust seasoning with salt, pepper, and chili oil for a spicy kick. Remove the pot from heat.
04 - Ladle soup into bowls, ensuring an even mix of broth, potstickers, and vegetables. Garnish with green onions and a drizzle of sesame oil.

# Notes:

01 - For a richer flavor, add tamari or fish sauce
02 - Customize with your favorite vegetables or cooked noodles for a heartier meal
03 - Use vegetable broth and vegan potstickers for a vegan-friendly version