Comforting Thai Potsticker Soup for Cozy Nights In Recipe
This Thai Potsticker Soup is a comforting and flavorful dish perfect for cozy nights. Featuring tender potstickers simmered in a rich, creamy broth of coconut milk and broth, enhanced with fresh ginger, garlic, soy sauce, and brightened with lime juice. Garnished with fresh cilantro and green onions, it offers a harmonious balance of creamy, savory, and fresh flavors that celebrate Thai cuisine in a simple, heartwarming soup.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Thai
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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For the Potstickers
- 12 pieces potstickers (homemade or frozen)
For the Broth
- 4 cups chicken or vegetable broth
- 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, minced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 can (13.5 oz) coconut milk
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
For the Brightness
- 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
For Garnishing
- 1/4 cup cilantro, chopped
- 1/4 cup green onions, sliced
Instructions
- Sauté Aromatics: In a large pot, heat a splash of oil over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and fresh ginger, sautéing for 2-3 minutes until golden and fragrant to develop a warm, aromatic base for the soup.
- Combine Base Ingredients: Pour in the chicken or vegetable broth along with the coconut milk, stirring well to create a creamy, inviting mixture that forms the broth’s rich foundation.
- Simmer: Bring the soup to a gentle simmer over medium heat, stirring occasionally to meld the flavors thoroughly and develop depth in the broth.
- Cook Potstickers: Add the potstickers directly into the simmering broth. Cook for 5-7 minutes or until the potstickers are heated through and tender, ensuring they absorb the flavorful broth without becoming mushy.
- Season and Garnish: Adjust seasoning by adding a splash of soy sauce for umami richness, then stir in fresh lime juice to brighten the flavors. Garnish the soup with generous amounts of chopped cilantro and sliced green onions for freshness and color.
- Serve: Ladle the finished soup into bowls, making sure each serving contains a few plump potstickers. Serve hot for a cozy and nourishing meal, optionally drizzling extra lime juice before serving for extra zest.
Notes
- For an additional zesty kick, consider adding lime zest along with your lime juice when seasoning the soup.
- Use vegetable broth and veggie-filled potstickers for a vegetarian version.
- Substitute soy sauce with tamari or coconut aminos for a gluten-free option.
- To add spice, incorporate chili flakes, sriracha, or chili paste while simmering.
- Extra vegetables like bok choy, mushrooms, or snap peas can be added for more texture and nutrition.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days or freeze for up to 2 months.
- Reheat gently on the stovetop to avoid mushy potstickers.
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