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Delicious Curry Dumpling Soup

Delicious Curry Dumpling Soup

Curry dumpling soup blends the warmth of aromatic curry with the heartiness of tender dumplings in a rich, comforting broth that’s endlessly adaptable to any taste or dietary need. Packed with flavor, texture, and global inspiration, it’s a soul-satisfying meal that celebrates fusion cuisine at its best.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Ingredients Method

Ingredients
  

  • 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil or avocado oil
  • ½ medium onion diced
  • 4 tablespoons Thai red curry paste
  • 3 cloves garlic finely minced
  • 1 tablespoon freshly grated or paste ginger about a 1-inch piece
  • 1 tablespoon chopped lemongrass or lemongrass paste optional
  • 3 cups chicken broth
  • 1 14-ounce can of coconut milk
  • 2 teaspoons fish sauce
  • 2 teaspoons sugar
  • 1 pound frozen dumplings such as potstickers or wontons
  • 1 cup chopped spinach
  • 2 green onions thinly sliced
  • 1 tablespoon chopped fresh cilantro leaves
  • Juice of 1 lime
  • Additional toppings: sliced green onions on a diagonal, minced cilantro, chopped Thai basil, crispy fried onions, chile oil or chili crisp

Method
 

Step 1: Sauté the Onions
  1. Heat the oil in a 4 to 5-quart soup pot or Dutch oven over medium heat until it begins to shimmer.
  2. Add the diced onions and cook, stirring often, for about 5 minutes, or until they become soft and translucent.
Step 2: Add the Aromatics
  1. Stir in the Thai red curry paste, grated ginger, optional lemongrass, and minced garlic.
  2. Cook for 1–2 minutes, mixing well, until the mixture is fragrant and the ingredients are fully blended.
Step 3: Pour in the Liquids and Simmer
  1. Raise the heat to medium-high and pour in the chicken broth and coconut milk.
  2. Bring the mixture to a gentle boil, then reduce the heat to maintain a steady simmer.
  3. This helps the flavors meld together beautifully.
Step 4: Add Dumplings and Seasonings
  1. Add the fish sauce and sugar to the pot, stirring to combine.
  2. Gently place the frozen dumplings into the simmering soup.
  3. Let the soup return to a low boil and cook the dumplings according to package directions—typically just a few minutes if they’re pre-cooked. If no boiling instructions are provided, follow the steaming time instead.
  4. Always ensure the dumplings are thoroughly heated before serving.
Step 5: Stir in Fresh Ingredients
  1. Once the dumplings are cooked, turn off the heat.
  2. Add the chopped spinach, green onions, and cilantro to the pot.
  3. Let the soup sit for a minute so the spinach can wilt naturally in the hot broth.
  4. Squeeze in the juice from half a lime and stir well. Taste and adjust with more lime juice if desired for extra brightness.
Step 6: Garnish and Serve
  1. Ladle the hot soup into serving bowls.
  2. Top with your preferred garnishes such as diagonally sliced green onions, minced cilantro, chopped Thai basil, chili slices, crispy fried onions, or a drizzle of chili crisp.
  3. Serve immediately and enjoy the bold, comforting flavors of this Thai-style curry dumpling soup.