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Thai Soup with Red Curry Dumplings and Coconut Milk

A warm, hearty Thai soup featuring red curry dumplings and coconut milk, perfect for cozy dinners and impressing friends.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Course, Soup
Cuisine: Thai
Calories: 350
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Soup
  • 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
  • 1 onion, diced
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, grated
  • 3 cups vegetable broth
  • 1 can (14 oz) coconut milk
  • 1 tablespoon red curry paste adjust to heat preference
  • 1 tablespoon soy sauce
  • 1 tablespoon lime juice
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Fresh cilantro, for garnish
For the Dumplings
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 cup water
  • 1 tablespoon cornstarch
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 tablespoon red curry paste
  • 1 tablespoon fresh cilantro, chopped

Method
 

Preparation
  1. In a large pot, heat the vegetable oil over medium heat. Toss in the diced onion, and sauté until soft.
  2. Add the minced garlic and grated ginger, cooking for about 1 more minute until the kitchen starts smelling divine.
Create the Soup Base
  1. Pour in the vegetable broth and add the coconut milk.
  2. Stir in the red curry paste, soy sauce, and lime juice. Bring this mixture to a gentle simmer; let those flavors mingle while you prepare the dumplings.
Prepare the Dumplings
  1. In a mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, cornstarch, baking powder, and salt.
  2. Gradually add water until it forms a dough—you want it to be a bit sticky and stretchy.
  3. Fold in the red curry paste and chopped cilantro, and you’re ready to form some dumplings.
Dumpling Assembly
  1. Gently shape small portions of the dough into balls, about the size of a tablespoon.
Cook the Dumplings
  1. Drop the dumplings carefully into the simmering soup. Cook for about 5-7 minutes, or until they float to the top.
  2. Don’t overcrowd the pot—let them swim freely for the best results!
Finishing Touches
  1. Season the soup with additional salt and pepper to taste.
  2. When serving, garnish with fresh cilantro for that beautiful pop of color.

Notes

Adjust the spice level to your preference. If the dough is too sticky, flour your hands. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to three days, adding broth when reheating.