Name: Delicious Curry Dumpling Soup Recipe
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 30 min
Cuisine: Thai
Ingredients: 3 cups chicken broth (I use Swanson chicken broth); 3 garlic cloves (finely chopped); 1 tbsp chopped ginger (freshly minced for best flavor); 4 tbsp red curry paste; 14 fl oz coconut milk (full-fat for creaminess); 1 tbsp olive oil; 2 tsp sugar; 1 lime; 2 tsp fish sauce; 1 tbsp chopped lemongrass (optional, for authentic Thai flavor); ½ onion (diced); 1 cup chopped spinach; 2 green onions (sliced); 1 tbsp chopped cilantro; 1 lb frozen dumplings (chicken or pork preferred); Green onions (diagonally sliced); Minced cilantro; Chile oil or chili crisp (such as Laoganma Spicy Chili Crisp); Fried onions; Chopped Thai basil

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Introduction

This delicious curry dumpling soup combines rich Thai flavors with comforting dumplings in a creamy, aromatic broth. It’s a quick and satisfying meal perfect for chilly days or whenever you want something flavorful and warming.

A white bowl filled with about ten light yellow dumplings sitting in a thick, creamy orange soup. The dumplings have soft, folded edges and float evenly on the surface. Bright green chopped herbs and scallions are sprinkled on top, adding fresh color. A single bright green lime wedge is tucked into the right edge of the bowl. The bowl is placed on a white marbled surface with some green leaves visible in the top left corner and a white textured cloth peeking from the upper right. Photo taken with an iphone --ar 4:5 --v 7

Ingredients

3 cups chicken broth (I use Swanson chicken broth)
3 garlic cloves (finely chopped)
1 tbsp chopped ginger (freshly minced for best flavor)
4 tbsp red curry paste
14 fl oz coconut milk (full-fat for creaminess)
1 tbsp olive oil
2 tsp sugar
1 lime
2 tsp fish sauce
1 tbsp chopped lemongrass (optional, for authentic Thai flavor)
1/2 onion (diced)
1 cup chopped spinach
2 green onions (sliced)
1 tbsp chopped cilantro
1 lb frozen dumplings (chicken or pork preferred)

For the garnish:

Green onions (diagonally sliced)
Minced cilantro
Chile oil or chili crisp (I like Laoganma Spicy Chili Crisp)
Fried onions
Chopped Thai basil

Instructions

Step 1: Heat olive oil over medium heat in a 4 to 5 quart soup pot or Dutch oven until the surface shimmers. Add diced onion and cook, stirring frequently, for about 5 minutes until softened.
Step 2: Add red curry paste, chopped ginger, garlic, and optional lemongrass to the pot. Stir to combine and cook for 1–2 minutes until fragrant.
Step 3: Increase heat to medium-high and pour in chicken broth and coconut milk. Bring to a low boil, then reduce heat to maintain a simmer to let the flavors meld.
Step 4: Stir in fish sauce and sugar. Add the frozen dumplings and return the soup to a simmer. Cook dumplings according to package instructions, usually a few minutes until heated through.
Step 5: Turn off the heat. Stir in chopped spinach, sliced green onions, and cilantro. Let the spinach wilt naturally. Squeeze juice from half a lime into the soup, stir, and taste—add more lime juice if desired.
Step 6: Ladle soup into bowls and garnish with sliced green onions, minced cilantro, chili oil or chili crisp, fried onions, and chopped Thai basil. Serve hot and enjoy.

Tips & Variations

Use full-fat coconut milk for a richer and creamier soup.
Substitute frozen pork or vegetable dumplings if preferred, adjusting cooking time as needed.
Add a handful of sliced mushrooms or bell peppers for extra texture and flavor.
If fresh lemongrass isn’t available, you can omit it or use 1 tsp lemongrass paste as a substitute.

Storage

Store leftover soup in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat gently on the stove or in the microwave, stirring occasionally. Dumplings may absorb some broth upon storing, so you might want to add a splash of chicken broth or water while reheating to loosen the soup.

How to Serve

A white bowl is filled with soft dumplings that have a light beige, slightly translucent dough skin, floating in a creamy orange sauce with a smooth texture. Fresh green cilantro leaves are scattered over the dumplings and sauce, adding a touch of color and freshness. A silver spoon is gently lifting one dumpling, showing its delicate shape and softness. The scene is finished with a hint of a lime half and a blurred green herb background resting on a white marbled surface. Photo taken with an iphone --ar 4:5 --v 7

Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.

FAQs

Can I use homemade chicken broth instead of store-bought?

Absolutely. Homemade chicken broth will add even more depth of flavor and is a great option if you have it on hand.

Are the dumplings fully cooked in this soup?

Most frozen dumplings are pre-cooked and only require heating through. Always check the packaging instructions to be safe, and make sure they are heated completely before serving.