Mushroom Dumpling Broth (Print Version)

# Ingredients:

→ Base

01 - 2 scallions, separate the greens and whites
02 - 2 large spoonfuls of olive oil
03 - 4 garlic cloves, finely chopped
04 - 8 ounces of shiitake or cremini mushrooms, sliced up
05 - 1 big carrot, julienned
06 - 2 tablespoons of freshly grated ginger

→ Soup

07 - 3 tablespoons of soy sauce
08 - 6 cups of low-sodium veggie or chicken broth
09 - A tiny pinch of sugar (1/2 teaspoon)
10 - 1 teaspoon of rice vinegar
11 - 24 ounces of frozen dumplings
12 - 3 baby bok choy, quartered lengthwise
13 - 2 spoonfuls of toasted sesame oil

# Instructions:

01 - Warm up the oil, toss in the mushrooms, carrots, and the white parts of scallions. Stir and cook until softened, about 5 minutes.
02 - Add the minced garlic and grated ginger. Stir constantly for a minute until they smell amazing.
03 - Pour in the broth, mix in soy sauce, vinegar, and sugar. Bring it all to a boil before adding bok choy and the frozen dumplings.
04 - Let it simmer for 5 minutes. Taste and add a little salt if you’d like. Turn off the heat and mix in sesame oil before serving.

# Notes:

01 - Great toppings: chili crisp, sesame seeds, furikake, or some red pepper flakes for a kick