Lazy Dumpling Soup Noodles

Form the Dumplings

1. 01

   Add the ground pork, soy sauce, sesame oil, grated ginger, chopped green onions, and white pepper to a mixing bowl and mix gently until just combined.
2. 02

   Portion the pork into small nuggets about the size of a quarter and set aside.
   

Start the Broth

1. 03

   Add the chicken stock, water, soy sauce, smashed garlic, and ginger to a pot.
2. 04

   Bring the broth to a gentle simmer over medium heat.

Cook the Dumplings

1. 05

   Add the pork dumplings to the simmering broth and let them cook undisturbed for 1–2 minutes.
2. 06

   Gently stir and continue simmering until the dumplings are fully cooked and tender.
   

Add the Vegetables

1. 07

   Add the carrots and napa cabbage to the pot.
2. 08

   Simmer for 2–3 minutes until just tender.

Cook the Noodles

1. 09

   Add the rice noodles directly to the broth.
2. 10

   Cook until the noodles are tender, adding more water if needed.
   

Finish with Greens

1. 11

   Add the bok choy to the pot and cook for 1–2 minutes until wilted.

Serve

1. 12

   Ladle the soup into bowls.
2. 13

   Finish with sliced scallions and chili oil if using.