Creamy Thai Dumpling Soup: Your New Weekly Comfort Classic

Creamy Thai Dumpling Soup is a delightful and comforting dish, perfect for quick weeknight dinners.

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Prep Time 10

Cook Time 25

Total Time 35

Servings: 4 bowls

Course: Dinner

Cuisine: Thai

Calories: 320

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Base

2 tablespoons Vegetable Oil Can substitute with olive oil or coconut oil.
1 medium Onion Use yellow or white onion for best flavor.
3 cloves Garlic Fresh garlic is recommended.
1 tablespoon Fresh Ginger Substitute with ground ginger, using half the amount.

For the Soup

4 cups Vegetable or Chicken Broth Opt for low-sodium options for a healthier choice.
1 can Coconut Milk Can be substituted with almond milk.
2 tablespoons Red Curry Paste Adjust according to your spice preference.

For the Dumplings and Greens

15 oz Dumplings Fresh or frozen, try shrimp or chicken dumplings.
2 cups Spinach Leaves Can be swapped with kale or bok choy.

For the Finish

2 tablespoons Soy Sauce Use tamari for a gluten-free alternative.
1 tablespoon Lime Juice Fresh lime is preferred.
¼ cup Fresh Cilantro Substitute with parsley if needed.
1 Sliced Red Chili Optional for added heat.
1 lime Lime Wedges For serving.

Equipment

Large pot

Method

How to Make Creamy Thai Dumpling Soup

Heat the Oil: In a large pot, warm vegetable oil over medium heat.
Sauté the Aromatics: Add diced onion to the pot and sauté for 3-4 minutes until it softens. Mix in minced garlic and fresh ginger, cooking for an additional minute.
Add the Broth: Pour in vegetable or chicken broth, bringing it to a gentle simmer.
Incorporate Creaminess: Lower the heat before adding coconut milk and red curry paste. Stir well until fully combined.
Cook the Dumplings: Gently add in your dumplings. If using frozen, let them cook for about 5-7 minutes until heated through.
Fold in the Greens: Toss in fresh spinach leaves, allowing them to wilt in the simmering soup for 1-2 minutes.
Finish with Flavor: Stir in soy sauce and lime juice, tasting to adjust seasoning as necessary.
Serve with Garnish: Ladle the soup into bowls, garnishing with fresh cilantro and optional sliced red chili. Serve with lime wedges.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 10gFat: 16gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gSodium: 700mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 4gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 700IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 60mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Optional: Sprinkle with toasted sesame seeds for an added crunch!

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