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Thai Red Curry Dumpling Soup

Thai Red Curry Dumpling Soup
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Thai Red Curry Dumpling Soup is a vibrant, comforting dish that combines spicy, creamy Thai red curry broth with tender, chewy dumplings filled with savory ground chicken or pork. This quick and easy recipe offers a perfect blend of exotic Thai flavors and cozy comfort, customizable to suit your dietary preferences and spice tolerance.

Ingredients

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Dumpling Filling

  • 1/2 lb ground chicken or pork
  • 2 cloves garlic, finely chopped
  • 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, finely chopped
  • 1 tablespoon fish sauce
  • Pinch of salt

Dumplings

  • Dumpling wrappers (around 30 pieces)

Curry Broth

  • 2 tablespoons red curry paste
  • 1 tablespoon oil (vegetable or coconut)
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, minced
  • 1 can (13.5 oz) coconut milk
  • 3 cups chicken broth (or vegetable broth for vegetarian)
  • 1 tablespoon fish sauce
  • Juice of 1 fresh lime

Vegetables and Herbs (optional)

  • 1 cup baby spinach
  • 1 cup mushrooms, sliced
  • Fresh cilantro leaves, for garnish
  • Fresh Thai basil leaves, for garnish

Garnishes

  • Chopped scallions
  • Fresh cilantro leaves
  • Thinly sliced red chili (optional)

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Dumpling Filling: In a bowl, combine ground chicken or pork with finely chopped garlic, ginger, fish sauce, and a pinch of salt. Mix thoroughly to create a flavorful and tender filling for the dumplings.
  2. Assemble the Dumplings: Place a small spoonful of the prepared filling in the center of each dumpling wrapper. Moisten the edges with water, then fold and seal the wrappers into your preferred shape, ensuring there are no leaks.
  3. Make the Curry Broth: Heat oil in a large pot over medium heat. Sauté red curry paste until fragrant, about 1-2 minutes. Add minced garlic and ginger and cook for another minute. Pour in the coconut milk and chicken broth, stirring well to combine into a smooth, creamy broth.
  4. Cook the Dumplings in Broth: Bring the curry broth to a gentle simmer. Carefully add the assembled dumplings and cook for 5 to 7 minutes, or until they float to the surface and the filling is fully cooked.
  5. Add Vegetables and Final Flavor Touches: Add fish sauce, lime juice, and fresh herbs (cilantro and Thai basil) to the soup. If using vegetables like spinach or mushrooms, toss them in now and cook briefly until tender, about 2-3 minutes.

Notes

  • Use fresh red curry paste for best flavor, or choose a trusted brand.
  • Don’t overfill dumplings to avoid tearing during cooking.
  • Simmer the soup gently after adding dumplings to keep them intact.
  • Adjust lime juice, fish sauce, and curry paste to balance spicy, sour, and salty to taste.
  • Add fresh herbs just before serving to preserve bright flavors.

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Keywords: Thai red curry soup, dumpling soup, Thai curry, dumplings, spicy soup, coconut milk soup, gluten free Asian soup

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