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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
  

  • 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

Instructions
 

Step 1: Sauté the Onions

  • Heat the oil in a 4 to 5-quart soup pot or Dutch oven over medium heat until it begins to shimmer.
  • Add the diced onions and cook, stirring often, for about 5 minutes, or until they become soft and translucent.

Step 2: Add the Aromatics

  • Stir in the Thai red curry paste, grated ginger, optional lemongrass, and minced garlic.
  • 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

  • Raise the heat to medium-high and pour in the chicken broth and coconut milk.
  • Bring the mixture to a gentle boil, then reduce the heat to maintain a steady simmer.
  • This helps the flavors meld together beautifully.

Step 4: Add Dumplings and Seasonings

  • Add the fish sauce and sugar to the pot, stirring to combine.
  • Gently place the frozen dumplings into the simmering soup.
  • 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.
  • Always ensure the dumplings are thoroughly heated before serving.

Step 5: Stir in Fresh Ingredients

  • Once the dumplings are cooked, turn off the heat.
  • Add the chopped spinach, green onions, and cilantro to the pot.
  • Let the soup sit for a minute so the spinach can wilt naturally in the hot broth.
  • 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

  • Ladle the hot soup into serving bowls.
  • 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.
  • Serve immediately and enjoy the bold, comforting flavors of this Thai-style curry dumpling soup.