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Quick Coconut Curry Dumpling Soup

A close-up of quick coconut curry soup with dumplings, spinach, and fresh cilantro garnish.
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Make this flavorful, creamy coconut curry soup with store-bought dumplings in under 30 minutes for an easy weeknight meal.

Ingredients

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  • 1 tablespoon coconut oil
  • 1 small yellow onion, chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, grated
  • 2 tablespoons red curry paste
  • 1 (13.5 ounce) can full-fat coconut milk
  • 3 cups vegetable broth
  • 1 tablespoon soy sauce or tamari
  • 1 teaspoon brown sugar
  • 1 pound frozen or refrigerated dumplings (pork, chicken, or vegetable)
  • 1 cup fresh spinach or chopped kale
  • 1/2 cup chopped fresh cilantro, for garnish
  • Lime wedges, for serving

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 4 minutes.
  2. Add the minced garlic and grated ginger. Cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
  3. Stir in the red curry paste and cook for 1 minute, stirring constantly to toast the spices slightly.
  4. Pour in the coconut milk and vegetable broth. Stir well to combine with the curry paste. Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer.
  5. Add the soy sauce and brown sugar. Taste the broth and adjust seasoning if needed.
  6. Add the frozen or refrigerated dumplings to the simmering broth. Cook according to the dumpling package directions, usually 5 to 8 minutes, until they float and are cooked through.
  7. Stir in the spinach or kale during the last minute of cooking until wilted.
  8. Ladle the soup into bowls. Garnish generously with fresh cilantro and serve immediately with lime wedges on the side.

Notes

  • For a vegan option, use vegetable dumplings and ensure your curry paste does not contain shrimp paste.
  • If you want a thicker soup, mix 1 teaspoon of cornstarch with 1 tablespoon of cold water and stir it into the simmering broth before adding the dumplings.
  • You can substitute pre-cooked shredded chicken or tofu for some of the dumplings if you prefer more protein variety.

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