Trader Joes Dumpling Soup (Printable Version)

Savory soup featuring frozen dumplings, bok choy, and a fragrant broth ready in 25 minutes.

# Components:

→ Dumplings

01 - 16 Trader Joe's frozen dumplings (chicken, pork, or vegetable variety)

→ Broth & Seasonings

02 - 6 cups low-sodium chicken or vegetable broth
03 - 1 tablespoon soy sauce
04 - 1 tablespoon sesame oil
05 - 1 teaspoon grated fresh ginger
06 - 2 garlic cloves, minced
07 - 1 teaspoon rice vinegar
08 - 1/4 teaspoon ground white pepper

→ Vegetables & Garnishes

09 - 2 heads baby bok choy, halved lengthwise
10 - 2 scallions, thinly sliced
11 - 1 medium carrot, julienned
12 - 1/4 cup fresh cilantro leaves
13 - 1 tablespoon toasted sesame seeds
14 - Chili crisp or sriracha for serving

# Directions:

01 - Heat sesame oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add ginger and garlic, sautéing for 1-2 minutes until aromatic.
02 - Pour in broth, soy sauce, rice vinegar, and white pepper. Bring to a gentle simmer.
03 - Add frozen dumplings directly to simmering broth. Cook uncovered for 6-8 minutes, stirring occasionally, until dumplings float and heat through.
04 - Add bok choy and carrots to the pot. Simmer for 2-3 minutes until vegetables are tender with vibrant color.
05 - Taste the soup and adjust seasonings as needed for balance.
06 - Ladle soup into bowls. Top with scallions, cilantro, and sesame seeds. Serve with chili crisp or sriracha on the side.

# Expert Tips:

01 -
  • It takes less time than ordering delivery, and tastes fresher than anything that arrives in a bag.
  • The broth becomes deeply flavorful without any fussy techniques or long simmering times.
  • You can make it with whatever dumplings you have on hand, making it endlessly adaptable to what's in your freezer.
02 -
  • Don't skip toasting the ginger and garlic in the sesame oil at the beginning; this step is what transforms the broth from ordinary to something that makes people pause between spoonfuls.
  • Frozen dumplings don't need thawing, and they'll cook perfectly from frozen if you give them enough time; rushing this step is the only way it fails.
03 -
  • Always taste the broth before serving and adjust the seasonings; a tiny pinch more salt or sesame oil can make the difference between good soup and soup that people remember.
  • If you're feeding people who are sensitive to heat, leave out the white pepper and let them add sriracha or chili crisp to their own bowls instead of dosing everyone at once.
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