Description
This Easy Thai Red Curry Dumpling Soup is a warm, aromatic dish packed with Thai flavors. The combination of creamy coconut milk, spicy curry paste, and tender dumplings makes for a comforting and satisfying meal that’s perfect for chilly evenings or when you need a flavorful pick-me-up.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 tbsp vegetable oil
- 1 small onion, chopped
- 1 red bell pepper, sliced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tbsp fresh ginger, grated
- 3 tbsp Thai red curry paste
- 4 cups (1 liter) vegetable broth
- 1 can (14 oz) coconut milk
- 1 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tsp brown sugar
- 12–15 frozen dumplings (any variety)
- 1 cup baby spinach or bok choy
- Fresh cilantro and green onions, for garnish
- Lime wedges, for serving
Instructions
- Sauté the Vegetables: In a large pot, heat the vegetable oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and sliced red bell pepper, sautéing for 3-4 minutes until softened.
- Add Aromatics and Curry Paste: Stir in the garlic, ginger, and Thai red curry paste, cooking for another 1-2 minutes while stirring constantly until fragrant.
- Add Liquids and Seasoning: Pour in the vegetable broth, coconut milk, soy sauce, and brown sugar. Stir everything together and bring the soup to a gentle simmer.
- Cook the Dumplings: Add the frozen dumplings to the pot and let them cook for 5-7 minutes, or until they are heated through and tender.
- Add Greens and Finish: Stir in the baby spinach or bok choy, cooking just until the greens are wilted.
- Serve: Ladle the soup into bowls and garnish with fresh cilantro and green onions. Serve with a lime wedge on the side for a zesty finish.
Notes
Adjust the spiciness by adding more or less curry paste to suit your preference. Serve with additional lime wedges and garnish with extra herbs for added freshness.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15-20 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Thai
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 700mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 14g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 0mg