Description
This Gyoza Soup (Japanese Dumpling Soup) is warm, comforting, and ready in under 30 minutes. Tender dumplings simmer in a savory broth with fresh vegetables, garlic, ginger, and soy sauce for a simple, flavorful Japanese-inspired soup that’s perfect for busy weeknights or cozy weekends.
Ingredients
Scale
- 12 frozen gyoza dumplings (pork, chicken, or veggie)
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 1-inch piece fresh ginger, grated
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
- 4 cups chicken or vegetable broth
- 1–2 cups baby spinach
- 1 carrot, julienned
- 2 spring onions, chopped
- 1 teaspoon toasted sesame seeds (optional)
- Chili flakes or chili oil (optional for heat)
Instructions
- Sauté aromatics: Heat sesame oil in a soup pot over medium heat. Add garlic and ginger, sauté 1–2 minutes until fragrant.
- Add broth & seasoning: Pour in broth, soy sauce, and rice vinegar. Bring to a simmer.
- Add the gyoza: Gently add frozen dumplings. Cook 5–6 minutes, or until dumplings float and are cooked through.
- Add vegetables: In the last 2–3 minutes, add carrots and spinach. Cook until tender and wilted.
- Serve & garnish: Ladle into bowls. Top with spring onions, sesame seeds, and chili oil or flakes if desired.
Notes
- Do not boil vigorously—simmer gently to avoid breaking dumplings.
- Add veggies at the end to preserve texture and color.
- Use low-sodium soy sauce if watching salt intake.
- For extra umami, stir in a spoonful of miso paste.
- Customize with mushrooms, bok choy, or tofu for variety.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Soup, Dinner, Lunch
- Method: Simmering, One-Pot
- Cuisine: Japanese, Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 260
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 820mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 9g
- Cholesterol: 25mg
Keywords: Gyoza Soup, Japanese Dumpling Soup, Easy Japanese Soup, Dumpling Soup Recipe