Description
This Thai Red Curry Dumpling Soup is a flavorful and comforting dish perfect for a quick and satisfying meal. Combining the rich, spicy notes of red curry paste with creamy coconut milk, fresh vegetables, and tender dumplings, this soup offers a delightful balance of textures and tastes. Ready in just 30 minutes, it’s an easy recipe that brings vibrant Thai flavors to your table.
Ingredients
Scale
Soup Base
- 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
- 1 onion, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, minced
- 3 tablespoons red curry paste
- 4 cups chicken or vegetable broth
- 1 can (14 oz) coconut milk
Vegetables and Add-ins
- 1 cup snap peas
- 1 red bell pepper, sliced
- 1 cup cooked dumplings (store-bought or homemade)
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
Garnish
- Fresh cilantro
- Lime wedges
Instructions
- Heat the oil: Heat the vegetable oil in a large pot over medium heat, preparing the base for the soup.
- Sauté onion: Add the diced onion and sauté for about 5 minutes until softened and translucent, which develops sweetness and depth.
- Add garlic and ginger: Stir in the minced garlic and ginger, cooking for an additional minute until fragrant to release their aromatic flavors.
- Incorporate red curry paste: Add the red curry paste and cook for 1-2 minutes to bloom the spices and intensify the curry’s flavor.
- Add broth and coconut milk: Pour in the chicken or vegetable broth and coconut milk, stirring to combine, then bring the mixture to a gentle simmer.
- Cook vegetables: Add the snap peas and red bell pepper, cooking for 3-4 minutes until they are tender but still crisp, maintaining fresh texture and color.
- Add dumplings and soy sauce: Gently stir in the cooked dumplings and soy sauce, heating through to blend the flavors without breaking the dumplings.
- Serve: Ladle the soup into bowls and garnish with fresh cilantro and lime wedges for a bright, fresh finish.
Notes
- You can use either chicken or vegetable broth depending on dietary preferences.
- Homemade dumplings add a personal touch, but store-bought ones are convenient and work well.
- Adjust the amount of red curry paste based on your spice tolerance.
- For a vegetarian or vegan version, use vegetable broth and dumplings without meat.
- Fresh lime juice enhances the soup’s brightness; squeeze generously upon serving.
- This soup can be made in advance and refrigerated; reheat gently to avoid overcooking dumplings.
