Description
This Thai Red Curry Dumpling Soup is a flavorful and comforting dish combining the rich creaminess of coconut milk with aromatic red curry paste, tender dumplings, and fresh vegetables. Ready in just 30 minutes, it’s an easy yet exotic soup perfect for a cozy meal with a delicious balance of spicy, sweet, and tangy flavors.
Ingredients
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Soup Base
- 1 can of coconut milk (13.5 oz)
- 2 cups chicken or vegetable broth
- 2 tablespoons red curry paste
- 1 tablespoon fish sauce
- 1 tablespoon brown sugar
- 1 tablespoon lime juice
Vegetables
- 1 red bell pepper, sliced
- 1 onion, diced
Dumplings and Garnish
- 1 package of dumplings (about 12-16 pieces, fresh or frozen)
- Fresh cilantro for garnish
Instructions
- Prepare the Soup Base: In a large pot, combine the coconut milk and chicken or vegetable broth. Place over medium heat and bring the mixture to a gentle simmer to develop the soup base.
- Add Flavors: Stir in the red curry paste, fish sauce, and brown sugar until fully incorporated and the soup is fragrant and well balanced in taste.
- Cook Vegetables: Add the diced onion and sliced red bell pepper to the pot. Cook for about 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the vegetables begin to soften but still retain some crispness.
- Cook Dumplings: Add the dumplings to the simmering soup. Cook according to the dumplings’ package instructions, usually about 5 to 8 minutes if frozen, or until the dumplings are cooked through and tender.
- Finish with Lime: Stir in the lime juice to add a fresh, tangy brightness to the soup. Adjust seasoning if necessary.
- Serve and Garnish: Ladle the hot soup into bowls and garnish with freshly chopped cilantro. Serve immediately for best flavor and texture.
Notes
- Use vegetable broth and omit fish sauce to make this dish vegetarian.
- Adjust the amount of red curry paste based on your desired spice level.
- Fresh dumplings are preferred for better texture, but frozen work well too.
- If you like a thicker soup, simmer a few extra minutes to reduce the broth.
- Lime juice added at the end keeps the brightness intact.
- Garnish with additional fresh herbs like Thai basil for extra aroma.
