Description
Thai Red Curry Dumpling Soup is a perfect fusion of rich flavors and comforting textures. With fragrant red curry paste, creamy coconut milk, and the hearty addition of frozen dumplings, this soup brings the warmth of Thai cuisine right into your bowl. Fresh spinach, cilantro, and a zesty lime finish make this dish irresistible!
Ingredients
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- 1 tbsp extra virgin olive oil or avocado oil
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 2 tbsp Thai red curry paste
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1-inch piece fresh ginger, minced (or 1 tsp ginger paste)
- 1 stalk lemongrass, minced (or 1 tbsp lemongrass paste, optional)
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 1 (14-ounce) can coconut milk
- 1 tbsp fish sauce
- 1 tsp sugar
- 1 lb frozen dumplings (potstickers, wontons, or your preferred type)
- 2 cups fresh spinach, chopped
- 2 green onions, sliced
- ¼ cup fresh cilantro leaves, chopped
- Juice of 1 lime
Optional toppings:
- Extra green onions
- Extra cilantro leaves
- Thai basil
- Fried onions
- Chili oil or chili crisp
Instructions
- Prepare the base: In a large pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the diced onion and cook for 3-4 minutes until soft and translucent.
- Add aromatics: Stir in the minced garlic, ginger, and lemongrass (if using). Sauté for another 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
- Incorporate curry paste: Add the Thai red curry paste to the pot and cook for another 2-3 minutes, stirring occasionally to allow the curry paste to bloom and infuse the oil.
- Add liquids: Pour in the chicken broth and coconut milk. Stir well to combine, scraping any bits off the bottom of the pot.
- Season the soup: Add the fish sauce and sugar to the soup, stirring to combine. Bring the soup to a simmer and cook for about 5 minutes.
- Cook the dumplings: Add the frozen dumplings directly into the soup. Let them cook according to the package instructions (typically about 5-7 minutes) or until they float to the top and are fully cooked.
- Add greens and herbs: Stir in the chopped spinach and cook for an additional 2-3 minutes, just until wilted.
- Finish with fresh flavors: Stir in the lime juice and adjust seasoning if needed (you can add more fish sauce or sugar to taste).
- Serve: Ladle the soup into bowls and garnish with sliced green onions, fresh cilantro, and any other optional toppings like Thai basil, fried onions, or a drizzle of chili oil.
Notes
- Dumplings: You can use any type of frozen dumplings or wontons you prefer (vegetarian, pork, chicken, etc.). If they are large, make sure to give them enough time to cook through.
- Make it spicier: For extra heat, add some chili oil or chili crisp as a topping or stir in some sliced fresh chilies during the cooking process.
- Vegan version: To make the soup vegan, use vegetable broth, tofu-based dumplings, and replace the fish sauce with soy sauce or a vegan fish sauce substitute.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Soup, Main Course
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: Thai