Description
This vibrant Coconut Curry Soup with Dumplings features a rich, aromatic broth infused with red Thai curry paste and creamy coconut milk, complemented by tender vegan dumplings. Perfect for a comforting and flavorful meal ready in just 30 minutes.
Ingredients
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Soup Base
- 1 Tablespoon Avocado Oil
- 1 Cup Onion, finely chopped
- 4 Scallions, finely chopped (separate white and green parts)
- ½ Cup Cremini Mushrooms, finely chopped
- 1 Tablespoon Garlic, minced
- 1 Tablespoon Red Thai Curry Paste
- 1 Teaspoon Salt
- 3 Cups Vegetable Broth
- 1 Teaspoon Soy Sauce
- 1 Cup Coconut Milk (unsweetened)
- 1 Teaspoon Sugar
Dumplings and Garnishes
- 1 Bag Frozen Vegan Dumplings (about 12-15 dumplings)
- 2-3 Teaspoons Chili Oil
- 1 Tablespoon Scallion greens (the green part of the scallions)
- 1 Tablespoon Crispy Garlic
- 1 Tablespoon Cilantro, finely chopped
Instructions
- Prepare the aromatics: Heat avocado oil in a heavy-bottom pot over medium-low heat. Add finely chopped onions, the white part of the scallions, and minced garlic. Sauté for a minute, sprinkle in salt, and continue cooking until onions are soft and just starting to caramelize, about 5 minutes.
- Cook the mushrooms: Add finely chopped cremini mushrooms to the pot. Stir and cook until mushrooms soften and release their moisture, approximately 3 minutes.
- Add curry paste and seasonings: Stir in red Thai curry paste, sugar, and soy sauce. Sauté for another minute to blend flavors and toast the curry paste, enhancing its aroma.
- Add liquids: Pour in vegetable broth and bring to a simmer. After a couple of minutes, add coconut milk and stir well. Return to a gentle simmer.
- Cook the dumplings: Carefully add frozen vegan dumplings to the simmering soup, ensuring they are fully submerged. Cook on medium-low heat for about 7 minutes, or until dumplings are heated through and tender.
- Garnish and serve: Ladle soup and dumplings into bowls. Drizzle with chili oil according to taste and sprinkle with scallion greens, crispy garlic, and chopped cilantro. Serve immediately and enjoy!
Notes
- Use unsweetened coconut milk to avoid altering the soup’s flavor balance.
- Adjust chili oil for preferred spice level; it can be omitted for a milder version.
- Frozen vegan dumplings can be substituted with homemade or fresh dumplings if desired.
- For extra richness, garnish with a squeeze of lime juice before serving.
