Description
A warm and flavorful Thai Coconut Curry Dumpling Soup that blends creamy coconut milk, red curry, soft dumplings, and fresh vegetables for a comforting and satisfying dish perfect for any weeknight or to impress guests.
Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
- 1 small yellow onion, finely chopped
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, grated
- 2 tablespoons Thai red curry paste
- 4 cups chicken or vegetable broth
- 1 (14-ounce) can full-fat coconut milk
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
- 1 teaspoon fish sauce (optional)
- 1 teaspoon brown sugar
- 1 (16-ounce) bag frozen dumplings (vegetable or chicken)
- 1 cup baby spinach
- 1 red bell pepper, thinly sliced
- Juice of 1 lime
- Fresh cilantro, chopped (for garnish)
- Green onions, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Heat sesame oil in a large pot over medium heat.
- Sauté chopped onion for 3–4 minutes until soft and translucent.
- Add garlic and ginger, cooking for another minute until fragrant.
- Stir in red curry paste and cook for 1–2 minutes to release flavors.
- Pour in broth and coconut milk, stirring to combine.
- Season with soy sauce, fish sauce (if using), and brown sugar.
- Bring to a gentle boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 5 minutes.
- Add frozen dumplings and simmer for 6–8 minutes until cooked through.
- Add baby spinach and red bell pepper, cooking for another 2–3 minutes.
- Stir in lime juice to finish the soup.
- Ladle into bowls and garnish with cilantro and green onions before serving.
Notes
- Use green curry paste for a different flavor profile.
- Make vegetarian by using vegetable broth, plant-based dumplings, and omitting fish sauce.
- Add tofu or shredded chicken for extra protein.
- Adjust spice with more curry paste, chili flakes, or sriracha.
- Store leftovers in the fridge for up to 3 days and reheat gently on the stove.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 375
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 890mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 14g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 9g
- Cholesterol: 10mg
