Description

This Easy Thai Red Curry Dumpling Soup is a cozy, spicy, and flavorful meal that comes together quickly. It combines tender dumplings, aromatic Thai red curry, and a creamy coconut broth for a delicious, restaurant-quality soup at home.

Ingredients

For the Soup:

1 tablespoon vegetable oil

1 onion, finely chopped

2 garlic cloves, minced

1 tablespoon fresh ginger, grated

2 tablespoons Thai red curry paste

1 can (14 oz) coconut milk

4 cups chicken or vegetable broth

1 tablespoon fish sauce (optional)

1 tablespoon soy sauce

1 teaspoon sugar (optional for a hint of sweetness)

1 red bell pepper, sliced

1 medium carrot, julienned

2 cups baby spinach or bok choy

For the Dumplings:

12-16 frozen dumplings or potstickers (chicken, pork, veggie, or your choice)

For Garnish (Optional):

Fresh cilantro or Thai basil

Lime wedges

Sliced red chili peppers

Chopped green onions

Instructions

Sauté the Aromatics:

Heat the vegetable oil in a large pot over medium heat.

Add the chopped onion and sauté for 3-4 minutes until translucent.

Add the minced garlic and grated ginger, cooking for 1 minute until fragrant.

Build the Curry Broth:

Add the red curry paste to the pot and stir it into the onions, garlic, and ginger. Cook for 1-2 minutes to deepen the flavor.

Pour in the coconut milk, chicken or vegetable broth, soy sauce, fish sauce (if using), and sugar.

Bring the soup to a gentle boil, then reduce the heat and let it simmer for 10 minutes.

Cook the Dumplings & Vegetables:

Add the red bell pepper and carrots to the pot.

Gently place the frozen dumplings in the broth.

Simmer for 6-8 minutes (or according to dumpling package instructions) until the dumplings are cooked through and tender.

Add the Greens:

Stir in the baby spinach or bok choy and let it wilt for 2-3 minutes.

Serve:

Ladle the soup into bowls, ensuring each bowl has a mix of dumplings, veggies, and broth.

Garnish with fresh cilantro, Thai basil, chopped green onions, red chili slices, and a lime wedge for a zesty finish.

Notes

This Easy Thai Red Curry Dumpling Soup is the perfect combination of spicy, savory, and comforting flavors. It’s a simple way to elevate frozen dumplings into a flavorful, satisfying meal. Let me know if you’d like any changes or suggestions!