Vegan Chicken Soup Dumplings

Discover the ultimate comfort food with these Vegan Chicken Soup Dumplings—a plant-based twist on a beloved classic! Featuring tender textured vegetable protein (TVP), aromatic garlic, ginger, and hearty vegetables like carrots and mushrooms, these dumplings are a flavor-packed delight. The highlight? A luscious vegan "soup" filling made by transforming vegetable broth into a silky, savory jelly with agar agar powder, mimicking the traditional experience. Wrapped in delicate vegan dumpling wrappers and steamed to perfection, these dumplings burst with mouthwatering broth in every bite. Perfect for cozy dinners or an impressive appetizer, this recipe delivers a fulfilling and satisfying experience for vegans and non-vegans alike.

Nutriscore Rating: 83/100

Prep Time:45 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:60 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 4 cups vegetable broth
• 2 teaspoons agar agar powder
• 2 tablespoons soy sauce
• 1 teaspoon sesame oil
• 2 cloves peeled and minced garlic
• 1 tablespoon peeled and minced ginger
• 2 tablespoons chopped green onions
• 1 cup diced carrots
• 1 cup chopped mushrooms
• 1 cup textured vegetable protein (TVP)
• 30 pieces dumpling wrappers (vegan)

Directions

Step 1

In a saucepan, bring 3 cups of vegetable broth to a boil and add agar agar powder. Stir continuously until the agar agar is fully dissolved, about 2-3 minutes.

Step 2

Pour the broth into a shallow dish and refrigerate until solidified, about 30 minutes.

Step 3

Once the broth has set, cut it into small cubes. This will become the jelly for the soup dumplings.

Step 4

In a large skillet over medium heat, add the sesame oil. Sauté the garlic, ginger, and green onions until fragrant.

Step 5

Add the carrots and mushrooms to the skillet and cook for about 5 minutes until they are tender.

Step 6

Stir in the textured vegetable protein (TVP) and add the remaining 1 cup of vegetable broth and soy sauce; cook until the liquid is mostly absorbed.

Step 7

Combine the vegetable mixture and the broth jelly cubes in a large bowl, mixing gently.

Step 8

Place about 1 tablespoon of the mixture in the center of each dumpling wrapper. Moisten the edges of the wrapper with water, then gather and pinch the edges together to form a pouch, sealing the soup inside.

Step 9

Bring a pot of water to a boil and place a steamer basket on top. Line the steamer basket with parchment paper to prevent sticking.

Step 10

Carefully place the dumplings in the steamer basket, leaving some space between each one.

Step 11

Steam the dumplings for about 8 minutes or until the wrappers appear translucent and cooked through.

Step 12

Serve immediately, enjoying the rich, savory broth within each dumpling.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2131.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2476.2

Total Fat 40.6g	0%
Saturated Fat 4.3g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 8.7g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 3827.8mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 380.5g	0%
Dietary Fiber 59.1g	0%
Total Sugars 31.7g
Protein 158.6g	0%

Vitamin D 14IU	0%
Calcium 593.2mg	0%
Iron 31.2mg	0%
Potassium 6879.8mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 14.5%

Protein: 25.2%

Carbs: 60.4%