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Thai-Inspired Dumpling Soup (Red Curry Coconut Soup)

Thai-Inspired Dumpling Soup (Red Curry Coconut Soup)
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This creamy Thai-inspired dumpling soup is rich, aromatic, and ready in less than 30 minutes! Made with tender dumplings, coconut milk, red curry paste, and fresh herbs, this comforting bowl packs bold flavor with minimal effort. It’s a restaurant-style meal using simple ingredients — perfect for busy weeknights.

Ingredients

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For the Soup

  • 1 tbsp olive oil

  • ½ onion, diced

  • 3 garlic cloves, finely chopped

  • 1 tbsp fresh minced ginger

  • 1 tbsp chopped lemongrass (optional, for authentic flavor)

  • 4 tbsp Thai red curry paste

  • 3 cups chicken broth

  • 14 fl oz full-fat coconut milk

  • 2 tsp sugar

  • 2 tsp fish sauce

  • 1 lime

  • 1 lb frozen dumplings (chicken or pork recommended)

  • 1 cup chopped spinach

  • 2 green onions, sliced

  • 1 tbsp chopped cilantro

For Garnish

  • Extra sliced green onions

  • Fresh cilantro

  • Chili oil or chili crisp

  • Fried onions or crispy shallots

  • Thai basil (optional)

Instructions

1️⃣ Sauté Aromatics
Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat until shimmering.
Add diced onion and cook 5 minutes until softened.

2️⃣ Add Curry & Flavor Base
Stir in red curry paste, ginger, lemongrass (if using), and garlic.
Cook 1–2 minutes until fragrant.

3️⃣ Simmer with Coconut Broth
Add chicken broth and coconut milk.
Bring to a gentle boil, then reduce to an active simmer.

4️⃣ Cook Dumplings
Stir in fish sauce and sugar.
Add frozen dumplings and simmer according to package directions (usually 3–6 minutes).
Ensure dumplings are fully cooked if raw.

5️⃣ Add Greens & Lime
Turn off heat. Add spinach, green onions, and cilantro.
Allow spinach to wilt.
Squeeze in juice from half a lime; stir and taste. Add more lime if needed.

6️⃣ Serve & Garnish
Ladle into bowls.
Top with herbs, chili crisp, fried onions, and Thai basil as desired.
Serve hot and enjoy!

Notes

  • Adjust spice level: Add more or less red curry paste depending on your heat preference.

  • Vegetarian version: Use veggie broth + vegetable dumplings + soy sauce instead of fish sauce.

  • Creamier soup: Add a splash of extra coconut milk at the end.

  • Extra protein: Stir in cooked chicken or shrimp with the dumplings.

Find it online: https://tastyquickly.com/thai-inspired-dumpling-soup-red-curry-coconut-soup/