Description
A flavorful and comforting Thai Red Curry Dumpling Soup that combines spicy red curry broth with tender vegetables and savory dumplings. This quick and easy recipe offers a delightful blend of Thai flavors with the heartiness of dumplings, perfect for a cozy meal in just 30 minutes.
Ingredients
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Sauce and Broth
- 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
- 3 tablespoons red curry paste
- 4 cups chicken or vegetable broth
- 1 can (14 oz) coconut milk
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
Vegetables and Aromatics
- 1 onion, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, minced
- 1 cup snap peas
- 1 red bell pepper, sliced
Dumplings and Garnishes
- 1 cup cooked dumplings (store-bought or homemade)
- Fresh cilantro for garnish
- Lime wedges for garnish
Instructions
- Heat the oil: Heat the vegetable oil in a large pot over medium heat to prepare for sautéing the aromatics.
- Sauté onion: Add the diced onion and cook for about 5 minutes until it softens and becomes translucent, developing sweetness.
- Add garlic and ginger: Stir in the minced garlic and fresh ginger, cooking for an additional minute until fragrant to build flavor.
- Cook red curry paste: Mix in the red curry paste and cook for 1-2 minutes to release its aromatic oils and flavors.
- Add broth and coconut milk: Pour in the chicken or vegetable broth along with the coconut milk, bringing the mixture to a gentle simmer for the broth base.
- Cook vegetables: Add snap peas and sliced red bell pepper, cooking for 3-4 minutes until they are tender but still crisp, maintaining texture.
- Add dumplings and soy sauce: Gently stir in the cooked dumplings and soy sauce, heating everything through without breaking the dumplings.
- Serve: Ladle the soup into bowls and garnish with fresh cilantro leaves and lime wedges for a bright, fresh finish.
Notes
- You can substitute snap peas with sugar snap peas or green beans for similar texture.
- Adjust the amount of red curry paste if you prefer a milder or spicier soup.
- Use vegetable broth to keep the recipe vegetarian.
- Store-bought dumplings can be replaced with homemade pork, chicken, or vegetable dumplings as preferred.
- This soup can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days and reheated gently.
