Dumpling Soup
Dumpling Soup is a comforting and hearty dish that combines savory broth with soft dumplings and vegetables. This recipe creates a delightful symphony of flavors and textures, perfect for a cozy meal or entertaining guests.
Equipment
- 1 large pot
- 1 mixing bowl
- 1 rolling pin
- 1 cutting board
Ingredients
- 8 cups chicken or vegetable broth
- 2 cups water
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 2 medium carrots, diced
- 1 stalk celery, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
- 1 teaspoon ginger, grated
- to taste salt
- to taste pepper
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 large egg
- 3/4 cup water
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley optional
Instructions
- In a large pot, heat the chicken or vegetable broth and water over medium heat. Add the diced onion, carrots, celery, minced garlic, soy sauce, ginger, salt, and pepper. Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer.
- In a mixing bowl, combine the flour, baking powder, and salt for the dumplings. Make a well in the center and add the egg and water. Mix until a soft dough forms.
- Transfer the dumpling dough onto a floured surface. Roll it out to about ½ inch thickness and cut into small squares or circles.
- Once the broth is simmering, carefully drop the dumplings into the pot. Reduce the heat to low and cover the pot. Allow the dumplings to cook for about 15-20 minutes, or until they rise to the surface and are cooked through.
- Taste the soup again for seasoning and adjust with additional salt and pepper if needed.
- Serve the dumpling soup hot, garnished with fresh parsley if desired.
Notes
You can add other vegetables like peas or corn for extra flavor and nutrition.
For a spicy kick, consider adding red pepper flakes or chopped chili peppers to the broth.
Leftovers can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.