Quick Coconut Curry Soup with Dumplings Recipe

Introduction

This quick coconut curry soup with dumplings is a comforting, creamy bowl packed with warming Thai flavors and tender dumplings. Perfect for chilly evenings, it’s a satisfying meal that comes together in under 45 minutes and pleases the whole family.

Ingredients

• 1 tbsp avocado oil
• 1 cup diced onion
• 4 scallions (white parts, finely chopped)
• 1 tbsp minced garlic
• 1 tsp salt
• 1/2 cup chopped cremini mushrooms
• 1 tbsp red Thai curry paste
• 1 tsp sugar
• 1 tsp soy sauce
• 3 cups vegetable broth
• 1 cup coconut milk (full-fat recommended)
• 1 bag frozen vegan dumplings (12 to 15 pieces)
• For serving and garnish:
• 2 to 3 tsp chili oil
• 1 tbsp chopped fresh cilantro
• 1 tbsp sliced scallion greens
• 1 tbsp crunchy garlic

Instructions

1. Step 1: Heat avocado oil in a heavy-bottom pot over medium-low heat. Add diced onion, finely chopped white parts of the scallions, and minced garlic. Sprinkle in salt and cook, stirring occasionally, until onions soften and start to caramelize for a sweet base flavor.
2. Step 2: Add chopped cremini mushrooms to the pot. Sauté until tender and most of the moisture evaporates.
3. Step 3: Stir in red Thai curry paste, sugar, and soy sauce. Cook for about one minute to toast the paste and dissolve seasonings. Pour in vegetable broth and bring to a simmer.
4. Step 4: Add coconut milk and stir until fully combined. Bring the soup back to a gentle simmer, avoiding a boil to prevent curdling.
5. Step 5: Gently add frozen vegan dumplings into the simmering soup. Cook over medium-low heat for about 7 minutes until the dumplings are fully heated.
6. Step 6: Ladle soup and dumplings into bowls. Garnish with chili oil, sliced scallion greens, chopped cilantro, and crunchy garlic before serving.

Tips & Variations

• Use any neutral oil like vegetable or grapeseed if you don’t have avocado oil.
• Try shiitake mushrooms for a deeper earthy flavor instead of cremini.
• Adjust spice by adding more or less red Thai curry paste and chili oil.
• Regular pork or chicken dumplings work if you’re not strictly vegan; just ensure they are suitable for boiling.
• If you lack chili oil, mix sesame oil with red pepper flakes for a similar heat.
• To keep dumplings firmer after storing, keep them separate and add when reheating.

Storage

Store leftover soup in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Note dumplings will soften over time as they absorb broth. Freeze the soup base without dumplings for up to 3 months and thaw overnight before reheating. Reheat gently on the stovetop over medium-low heat, adding a splash of broth or coconut milk if it thickens too much. Add fresh garnishes just before serving.

How to Serve

Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.

FAQs

What kind of dumplings should I use?

You can use any frozen vegan dumplings or vegetable-filled dumplings suitable for boiling. If not vegan, regular pork or chicken dumplings also work well. Avoid pan-fried dumplings as they won’t hold up in the soup.

Can I make this soup spicier or milder?

Yes, the spice level is easily adjustable. Add more red Thai curry paste and chili oil for heat, or reduce them for a milder flavor that still tastes rich and creamy.

Quick Coconut Curry Soup with Dumplings Recipe

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This quick coconut curry soup with dumplings is a comforting and flavorful meal featuring tender vegan dumplings in a creamy, spiced coconut broth loaded with vegetables. Ready in under 45 minutes, it’s perfect for busy evenings and easily customizable in spice level and ingredients to suit your taste. Its restaurant-quality flavor and vegan-friendly profile make it a fantastic one-pot meal that the whole family will enjoy.

• Author: reem
• Prep Time: 12 minutes
• Cook Time: 25 minutes
• Total Time: 37 minutes
• Yield: 4 servings 1x
• Category: Soup
• Method: Stovetop
• Cuisine: Thai
• Diet: Vegan

Ingredients

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For the Soup Base:

• 1 tbsp avocado oil
• 1 cup diced onion
• 4 scallions (white parts, finely chopped)
• 1 tbsp minced garlic
• 1 tsp salt
• 1/2 cup chopped cremini mushrooms
• 1 tbsp red Thai curry paste (such as Thai Kitchen brand)
• 1 tsp sugar
• 1 tsp soy sauce
• 3 cups vegetable broth
• 1 cup full-fat coconut milk
• 1 bag frozen vegan dumplings (12 to 15 pieces)

For Serving and Garnish:

• 2 to 3 tsp chili oil
• 1 tbsp chopped fresh cilantro
• 1 tbsp sliced scallion greens
• 1 tbsp crunchy garlic

Instructions

1. Sauté Aromatics: Heat avocado oil in a heavy-bottom pot over medium-low heat. Once the oil is hot, add the diced onion, finely chopped white parts of the scallions, and minced garlic. Sprinkle in the salt and cook, stirring occasionally, until the onions soften and begin to caramelize, creating a sweet and flavorful base.
2. Cook the Mushrooms: Add the chopped cremini mushrooms to the pot with the aromatics. Sauté until the mushrooms are tender and most of the moisture has evaporated, enriching the soup base.
3. Build the Broth Base: Stir in the red Thai curry paste, sugar, and soy sauce. Cook for about one minute to toast the curry paste and dissolve the seasonings thoroughly. Pour in the vegetable broth and bring the mixture to a simmer.
4. Add Coconut Milk and Simmer: Pour in the full-fat coconut milk and stir well to combine. Bring the soup back up to a gentle simmer, ensuring the coconut milk does not boil vigorously to prevent separation.
5. Cook the Dumplings: Gently add the frozen vegan dumplings to the simmering soup. Maintain a medium-low heat and cook for approximately 7 minutes, or until the dumplings are thawed and heated through but still hold their shape.
6. Finish and Garnish: Ladle the hot soup with dumplings into serving bowls. Garnish each bowl with chili oil, sliced scallion greens, fresh chopped cilantro, and crunchy garlic to add extra flavor and texture before serving.

Notes

• Bloom the curry paste with aromatics before adding liquid to avoid a raw, bitter taste.
• Keep the coconut milk at a gentle simmer to prevent curdling or separation.
• Add dumplings gently to maintain their shape and prevent breaking apart.
• Adjust seasoning with soy sauce, sugar, and chili oil to balance salty, sweet, and spicy flavors.
• Store soup and dumplings separately if reheating to maintain dumpling texture.
• Freeze only the soup base without dumplings for best freezer storage results.
• Serve with jasmine rice, cucumber salad, stir-fried vegetables, or crispy spring rolls for a complete meal.

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