Print

Dumpling Soup with Shiitake Mushrooms, Spinach, and Ginger Recipe

Print Recipe

5 Stars 4 Stars 3 Stars 2 Stars 1 Star

4.3 from 15 reviews

A comforting and flavorful vegetable dumpling soup featuring shiitake mushrooms, fresh spinach, and mini vegetable dumplings in a savory broth enhanced with garlic, ginger, and tamari. Garnished with scallions, sesame seeds, and a splash of lime juice, this quick and easy soup is perfect for a wholesome weeknight meal.

Ingredients

Soup Base

  • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil or avocado oil
  • 8 ounces shiitake mushrooms, stemmed and sliced
  • 2 tablespoons tamari or soy sauce, plus more for serving
  • 6 cups vegetable broth
  • 4 garlic cloves, grated
  • 1 tablespoon grated fresh ginger
  • 1 medium carrot, julienned

Dumplings and Greens

  • 1 pound frozen vegetable dumplings, mini wontons or potstickers
  • 4 scallions, thinly sliced (divided)
  • 3 cups fresh spinach

Finishing Touches

  • 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon fresh lime juice
  • Sesame seeds, for garnish
  • Sichuan chili crisp (optional), for serving

Instructions

  1. Sauté the Mushrooms: Heat the oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add the sliced shiitake mushrooms and cook, stirring occasionally, for 5 to 8 minutes until they become softened and fragrant.
  2. Add Broth and Aromatics: Stir in the tamari, vegetable broth, grated garlic, fresh ginger, julienned carrot, frozen dumplings, and half of the sliced scallions. Mix well to combine all ingredients evenly.
  3. Simmer Dumplings: Bring the soup to a boil, then reduce the heat to let it simmer for 4 minutes, or until the dumplings are thoroughly heated through.
  4. Wilt the Spinach and Add Acidity: Remove the pot from heat. Add the fresh spinach, rice vinegar, and fresh lime juice to the soup. Stir gently until the spinach wilts and the flavors meld together.
  5. Season and Garnish: Taste and adjust the seasoning if needed. Ladle the soup into bowls and garnish with the remaining scallions and sesame seeds. Serve the soup with additional tamari and Sichuan chili crisp on the side, if desired.

Notes

  • Substitute tamari with gluten-free soy sauce if avoiding gluten.
  • Use vegetable broth for a vegetarian and vegan-friendly option.
  • Frozen dumplings can be swapped for fresh for an elevated texture and flavor.
  • Add a dash of chili crisp for spicy heat or omit for a milder soup.
  • Adjust lime juice and rice vinegar to taste for preferred acidity.

Find it online: https://recipefeastful.com/dumpling-soup-with-shiitake-mushrooms-spinach-and-ginger-recipe/