Description
This Thai Coconut Curry Dumpling Soup is a comforting and fragrant dish featuring tender dumplings simmered in a rich and creamy red Thai curry broth. Enhanced with coconut milk, fresh ginger, garlic, and vibrant vegetables, this soup provides a balanced meal packed with bold flavors and a touch of spice. Perfect for a cozy dinner, it is quick to prepare and offers flexibility with your choice of dumplings.
Ingredients
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Soup Base
- 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, grated
- 2 tablespoons red Thai curry paste
- 4 cups chicken or vegetable broth
- 1 can (13.5 oz) coconut milk
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
- 1 teaspoon brown sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon lime juice
Vegetables and Add-ins
- 1 cup sliced mushrooms
- 1 cup baby spinach
- 12–16 frozen or fresh dumplings (pork, chicken, or veggie)
- 2 green onions, sliced
- Fresh cilantro (for garnish)
- Lime wedges (for garnish)
Instructions
- Heat Aromatics: In a large pot, heat the vegetable oil over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and grated ginger, sautéing for about 1 minute until fragrant to build the flavor base.
- Add Curry Paste: Stir in the red Thai curry paste and cook for another 1–2 minutes, allowing the spices to bloom and infuse the oil.
- Simmer Broth: Pour in the chicken or vegetable broth and bring the mixture to a gentle simmer to meld the curry flavors with the stock.
- Add Coconut Milk and Seasonings: Stir in the coconut milk, soy sauce, brown sugar, and lime juice until the mixture is well combined and creamy.
- Cook Mushrooms: Add the sliced mushrooms to the pot and simmer for 5 minutes until they become tender and flavorful.
- Cook Dumplings: Gently add the frozen or fresh dumplings to the soup. Cook according to the package instructions, usually 5–7 minutes for frozen dumplings, until heated through and fully cooked.
- Add Spinach: Stir in the baby spinach just before serving, allowing it to wilt gently in the hot broth.
- Serve and Garnish: Ladle the soup into bowls and top with sliced green onions, fresh cilantro leaves, and lime wedges for an added burst of freshness and acidity.
Notes
- For a spicier kick, add chili garlic sauce or sliced red chilies to taste.
- Use any type of dumplings you prefer, whether homemade or store-bought, such as pork, chicken, or vegetable varieties.
- Leftovers can taste even better the next day as the flavors continue to develop.
