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Quick & Creamy Thai Coconut Curry Soup with Wonton Dumplings

Close-up of a bowl of vibrant yellow coconut curry soup with dumplings and wilted spinach, garnished with cilantro.
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Create this comforting, flavorful Thai coconut curry soup featuring tender dumplings in a rich, creamy broth. This easy soup recipe comes together fast, making it perfect for a weeknight dinner or a cozy meal on a cold night.

Ingredients

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  • 1 tablespoon coconut oil
  • 1 yellow onion, chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, grated
  • 3 tablespoons red curry paste (adjust to your spice preference)
  • 1 (13.5 ounce) can full-fat coconut milk
  • 4 cups vegetable or chicken broth
  • 1 tablespoon fish sauce (optional)
  • 1 teaspoon brown sugar
  • 1 tablespoon lime juice
  • 1 cup chopped vegetables (e.g., bell pepper, carrots)
  • 12–16 frozen wonton dumplings (pork, chicken, or vegetable)
  • 1 cup fresh spinach or chopped bok choy
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Fresh cilantro, chopped, for garnish

Instructions

  1. Heat the coconut oil in a large pot or Dutch oven over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and cook until softened, about 5 minutes.
  2. Add the minced garlic and grated ginger to the pot. Cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
  3. Stir in the red curry paste. Cook for 1 minute, stirring constantly, to toast the spices.
  4. Pour in the coconut milk and broth. Stir well to combine with the curry paste. Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer.
  5. Add the fish sauce (if using), brown sugar, and lime juice. Stir.
  6. Add the chopped vegetables and the frozen dumplings to the simmering broth. Cook according to the dumpling package directions, usually 5 to 8 minutes, until the dumplings are cooked through and floating.
  7. Stir in the spinach or bok choy during the last minute of cooking until wilted.
  8. Taste the soup and adjust seasoning with salt and pepper if needed.
  9. Ladle the coconut curry soup with dumplings into bowls. Garnish generously with fresh cilantro before serving.

Notes

  • For a vegetarian or vegan version, use vegetable broth and ensure your dumplings do not contain meat or egg.
  • If you prefer a spicier coconut broth, add a pinch of red pepper flakes along with the curry paste.
  • You can substitute the wonton dumplings with pre-made tortellini or small pasta shapes if desired for a different texture.

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