Have you ever tried Chinese Dumpling Soup? If not, you are missing out! This Asian dumpling soup is both comforting and delicious, with tender dumplings floating in a savory broth. This Instant Pot Dumpling Soup recipe is the best! With just 10 minutes of cooking time, you’ll love the ease of this Asian dumpling soup.
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Why This Recipe Works
- This Chinese dumpling soup recipe takes less than 30 minutes to make!
- You can make enough soup to feed a crowd.
- This Instant Pot Dumpling Soup is loaded with flavor and is the perfect way to warm your belly fast
🥘 Ingredients
This list of ingredients is needed to make your Asian dumpling soup. Gather them up and get started!
- Chicken Stock or Vegetable Broth: Provides a savory and flavorful base for the soup, creating a comforting and warm broth.
- Soy Sauce: Adds a deep umami flavor and a hint of saltiness, enhancing the overall taste of the soup.
- Baby Bok Choy: Brings a refreshing crunch and a slightly peppery flavor to the soup, adding a nutritious element.
- Green Onions: Add a burst of sharp, fresh flavor to the soup, also serving as a vibrant garnish.
- Frozen Dumplings: Offer a hearty and satisfying bite in the soup, their filling adding an additional layer of flavor and texture.
- Udon Noodles: Contribute a chewy and satisfying texture, making the soup more filling and providing a comforting element.
- Salt: Enhances the flavors of all the other ingredients, bringing balance to the soup.
- White Pepper: Adds a subtle heat to the dish, enhancing the flavor profile without overpowering the other ingredients.
- Ground Ginger: Infuses the soup with a warm and spicy aroma, complementing the other flavors and adding a layer of complexity.
📖 Substitutions & Variations
- Not into bok choy? No problem! Swap it for spinach or Chinese broccoli for a tasty green twist.
- Want a veggie-friendly version? Just use vegetable broth and vegetarian dumplings—still just as cozy and delicious!
🔪How To Make Instant Pot Chicken Dumpling Soup
Follow these steps to make this an easy dumpling soup in your Instant Pot.
- Step 1: Place your chicken stock or broth, spices, and soy sauce into the Instant Pot.
- Step 2: Close your Instant Pot Lid and set the pressure cook button for 0 minutes. Once the pot beeps, perform a quick release of the pressure.
- Step 3: While cooking your soup, chop the green onions and clean the bok choy. To clean the baby bok choy, remove the bottom 1 inch of the stalk.
- Step 4: Separate and rinse the leaves.
- Step 5: Add the bok choy, onions and noodles to the soup pot. Use a slotted spoon to carefully add the frozen dumplings into the large pot.
- Step 6: Let the hot pot thaw the dumplings for 10 minutes. Serve your tasty soup and enjoy the wonderful Asian flavors.
👩🍳 Expert Tips
If you're going to make this dumpling soup recipe, be sure to follow our top tips!
- Setting the Instant Pot to zero minutes of cook time is a quick way to bring the pot up to pressure and heat up the broth. This Potsticker soup recipe uses frozen dumplings and does not require any additional cooking time, as the dumplings will thaw in the hot broth when served.
- To add more protein to this Chinese dumpling soup, consider adding cooked chicken or shrimp or serve with Instant Pot Char Siu.
If you're a great fan of Bok Choy, try this super easy If Air Fryer Bok Choy recipe.
💭 FAQs
Yes! Using frozen potstickers for Chinese dumpling soup is quite common and even preferred by some, as it cuts down on time you would need to make homemade dumplings.
The main difference between Chinese wontons and Chinese dumplings is the shape and filling. Wonton soup dumplings are typically small, square-shaped wrappers filled with ground meat or shrimp mixture while Chinese soup dumplings can come in various shapes and have a variety of fillings including both meat and vegetables.
Yes, feel free to switch up the type of noodles used in this Chinese soup recipe. Rice noodles or lo mein noodles would also make for delicious additions to the chicken broth.
Yes, pan-fried Chinese dumplings can also be added to this Chinese soup recipe. Simply pan-fry the dumplings in sesame oil and then add them to the broth before serving.
After preparing Instant Pot Dumpling Soup, store any leftovers in an airtight container and refrigerate for up to three days. The soup may thicken upon cooling, so add a bit of water or broth during reheating, if needed.
Yes, freeze your Dumpling Soup for up to three months. After allowing the soup to cool completely, transfer it to an airtight container. When ready to enjoy, thaw in the refrigerator overnight. .
🧂Serving Suggestions
Wondering what to eat with Potsticker soup? Here are some suggestions:
- Stir-Fried Tofu And Noodles: Light and crisp veggies like bok choy, Chinese broccoli (gai lan), or snow peas sautéed with garlic, tofu and a bit of soy sauce add a fresh, crunchy element to the meal.
- Cheesesteak Rolls: These hearty rolls, filled with savory beef and melted cheese, offer a rich and cheesy component that contrasts well with the comforting broth and tender dumplings in the soup.
- Steamed Rice: A simple side of jasmine or white rice helps balance the flavors and soak up the delicious broth.
- Asian Cucumber Salad: A tangy cucumber salad with sesame oil, rice vinegar, and a sprinkle of chili flakes provides a refreshing contrast to the warm soup.
- Spicy Edamame: Lightly seasoned with chili and garlic, edamame offers a protein-rich, finger-friendly side.
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Instant Pot Chinese Dumpling Soup
Ingredients
- 10 Cups Chicken or Vegetable Broth
- 2 tablespoon Soy Sauce
- 1 Head of Baby Bok Choy
- 5 Stalks of Green Onions
- 20 Frozen Dumplings
- 10 oz Udon Noodles
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 1 teaspoon White Pepper
- 1 teaspoon Ground Ginger
Instructions
- Place broth, spices, and soy sauce in the instant pot. Cook on high pressure for 0 minutes. Quick release pressure.
- While cooking, chop the green onions and clean the bok choy. To clean the bok choy, remove the bottom 1 inch of the stalk.
- Separate and rinse the leaves.
- Add the bok choy, onions, noodles, and dumplings.
- Let the hot pot thaw the dumplings for 10 minutes. Serve.
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This soup is my go-to when I need a cozy meal in a flash—tender dumplings, savory broth, and a hint of spice, all ready in minutes thanks to the Instant Pot. It's comfort food made simple!