Shrimp Dumpling Soup
Quick, cozy soup with shrimp-filled dumplings
Introduction
This Shrimp Dumpling Soup is warm, light, and full of flavor. It has tender shrimp wrapped in dumpling skins and a clear, savory broth. It cooks fast and feels like comfort food. 🍲🦐🥟
Why make this recipe?
- It’s quick on weeknights. ⏱️
- It uses simple ingredients you can find at most stores. 🛒
- It is comforting and light at the same time. 😊
How to prepare Shrimp Dumpling Soup
Ingredients:
- 1 lb shrimp, peeled and deveined 🦐
- 1 cup dumpling wrappers 🥟
- 4 cups chicken or vegetable broth 🍲
- 2 cups water 💧
- 1 clove garlic, minced 🧄
- 1 inch ginger, grated 🫚
- 2 green onions, chopped 🧅
- Soy sauce, to taste 🥢
- Salt and pepper, to taste 🧂🌶️
Instructions:
- Prepare the shrimp 🦐: Chop half of the shrimp finely and leave the rest roughly chopped for texture. Mix them in a bowl with a pinch of salt, a little grated ginger 🫚, and the minced garlic 🧄. Add a splash of soy sauce 🥢 and stir until sticky.
- Fill wrappers 🥟: Place a dumpling wrapper on your hand. Put about 1 teaspoon of the shrimp mix in the center. Wet the edges with water 💧, fold, and press to seal. Make simple half-moon or small purse shapes. Repeat until all filling is used.
- Make the broth 🍲: In a large pot, bring the 4 cups broth and 2 cups water to a gentle boil. Add the rest of the grated ginger 🫚 and a little soy sauce 🥢. Taste and adjust salt and pepper 🧂🌶️.
- Cook the dumplings 🥟: Gently add dumplings to the simmering broth. Stir once so they don’t stick. Simmer 4–6 minutes until dumplings float and wrappers look translucent. Check one dumpling to make sure shrimp is opaque and cooked. 🔥
- Finish and garnish 🧅: Turn off heat. Stir in chopped green onions. Add a few drops of soy sauce if needed. Serve hot. 🍜
How to serve Shrimp Dumpling Soup
Serve in bowls while hot. Add extra chopped green onion 🧅 or a few drops of sesame oil for aroma. Offer soy sauce and chili oil on the side for people to adjust flavor. 🥢
How to store Shrimp Dumpling Soup
- Refrigerator: Keep soup in an airtight container for up to 2 days. Reheat gently on the stove; do not boil hard or dumplings may break. 🔁
- Freezer: Freeze uncooked dumplings on a tray until firm, then transfer to a bag for up to 1 month. Cook from frozen; add a minute or two to cooking time. ❄️
Tips for preparing Shrimp Dumpling Soup
- Keep a small bowl of water nearby to seal wrappers; wet edges stick well. 💧
- Don’t overfill wrappers—use about 1 tsp filling each so they seal easily. 🥟
- Simmer, don’t boil hard. A gentle simmer cooks the dumplings evenly. 🔥
- If the filling feels loose, chill it 10–15 minutes before wrapping. ❄️
Variations (if applicable)
- Pork and shrimp: Mix ground pork with shrimp for a richer filling.
- Spicy version: Add chili oil or sliced fresh chili to the broth. 🌶️
- Noodle bowl: Add cooked rice noodles or egg noodles for a heartier soup. 🍜
- Vegetarian: Use chopped mushrooms and tofu instead of shrimp, and vegetable broth. 🍄
FAQs
Q: Can I use frozen shrimp?
A: Yes. Thaw fully, pat dry, then chop and use as directed. If still wet, pat dry with paper towels to avoid watery filling.
Q: How do I tell when dumplings are done?
A: Dumplings float and wrappers turn translucent. The shrimp inside should be opaque and firm.
Q: Can I make dumplings ahead of time?
A: Yes. Freeze raw dumplings on a tray until firm, then store in a bag. Cook from frozen and add a couple of extra minutes.
Q: Can I use store-bought wonton wrappers?
A: Yes. Wonton wrappers work well; just adjust filling size to prevent overstuffing.
Q: Is this soup spicy?
A: No, the base recipe is mild. Add chili oil or sliced chilies if you like heat. 🌶️
Conclusion
If you want more ideas and similar recipes, check these links:
- For a similar home-style version, see Shrimp Dumpling Soup – Taming of the Spoon (https://tamingofthespoon.com/shrimp-dumpling-soup/).
- For a pork-and-shrimp mix, try Pork and Shrimp Wonton Soup | All Ways Delicious (https://allwaysdelicious.com/pork-and-shrimp-wonton-soup/).
- For a spicy take with shrimp dumplings, look at Spicy Wonton Soup with Shrimp Dumplings — Daniela’s Dish (https://www.danieladish.com/soups/spicy-wonton-soup-with-shrimp-dumplings).