A light and savory Japanese-style soup made with gyoza dumplings, fresh vegetables, and an umami-rich broth — perfect for quick meals or cozy nights.
6–8 frozen or fresh gyoza (pork, chicken, or vegetable)
5 cups dashi or chicken broth
2 tsp soy sauce
1 tsp sesame oil
1 tsp fresh grated ginger
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 cup napa cabbage, shredded
½ cup shiitake mushrooms, sliced
1 cup baby bok choy or spinach
2 green onions, sliced
Optional: chili oil, mirin, white pepper
In a large pot, sauté garlic and ginger for 1–2 minutes.
Add broth, soy sauce, sesame oil, and mirin (if using). Bring to a simmer.
Add mushrooms and cabbage. Cook 5 minutes until tender.
Add gyoza and simmer 5–8 minutes until fully cooked.
Stir in bok choy and cook 1–2 minutes more.
Taste and adjust seasoning.
Serve hot, topped with green onions and chili oil.
Use vegetable broth and vegan gyoza for a plant-based version.
Add noodles for a heartier meal.
Store broth and gyoza separately for best texture.