Thai Red Curry Dumpling Soup is a comforting and flavorful fusion dish that combines the creamy, spicy elements of Thai red curry with tender dumplings. This vibrant soup is perfect for warming up on chilly days, offering a delightful balance of heat, coconut richness, and fresh herbs. Quick to prepare and full of satisfying textures, it’s a wonderful way to enjoy a unique twist on traditional soup and dumplings.

Ingredients:

For the Dumplings:

• 1/2 pound ground chicken or pork
  
  

• 1/4 cup finely chopped green onions
  
  

• 1 tablespoon grated ginger
  
  

• 1 clove garlic, minced
  
  

• 1 tablespoon soy sauce
  
  

• 1 teaspoon sesame oil
  
  

• Dumpling wrappers
  
  

For the Soup:

• 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
  
  

• 2 tablespoons Thai red curry paste
  
  

• 4 cups chicken broth
  
  

• 1 can (14 ounces) coconut milk
  
  

• 1 cup sliced mushrooms
  
  

• 1 red bell pepper, thinly sliced
  
  

• 1 tablespoon fish sauce
  
  

• 1 tablespoon lime juice
  
  

• Fresh cilantro and basil, for garnish
  
  

Directions:

1. In a bowl, mix ground meat, green onions, ginger, garlic, soy sauce, and sesame oil until combined.
   
   

2. Place a small spoonful of filling onto each dumpling wrapper, fold, and seal the edges.
   
   

3. Heat vegetable oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add red curry paste and cook for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
   
   

4. Pour in chicken broth and coconut milk, stirring to combine. Bring to a simmer.
   
   

5. Add mushrooms and red bell pepper to the soup. Simmer for 5 minutes.
   
   

6. Carefully add dumplings to the soup. Cook for 6-8 minutes until dumplings are cooked through and float to the top.
   
   

7. Stir in fish sauce and lime juice. Adjust seasoning to taste.
   
   

8. Serve hot, garnished with fresh cilantro and basil.
   
   

Nutritional Information (per serving, approx., serves 4):

• Calories: 420 kcal
  
  

• Total Fat: 28 g
  
  

• Saturated Fat: 18 g
  
  

• Cholesterol: 75 mg
  
  

• Sodium: 900 mg
  
  

• Total Carbohydrates: 20 g
  
  

• Dietary Fiber: 3 g
  
  

• Sugars: 5 g
  
  

• Protein: 25 g