Comforting, cozy, and flavor-packed
This Creamy Thai Dumpling Soup is everything you want in a cozy bowl—warm, comforting, and bursting with bold Thai-inspired flavor. Soft chicken dumplings swim in a rich coconut curry broth infused with garlic, ginger, and lime for the perfect balance of creamy and fresh. It’s a one-pot wonder that comes together quickly, making it ideal for busy weeknights or lazy weekends when you crave something soothing yet exciting. This soup feels indulgent but is surprisingly simple, giving you restaurant-style comfort right at home with minimal effort.
⏱️ Time Breakdown
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Servings: 4
📝 Ingredients
- 1 lb chicken dumplings (frozen or fresh)
- 1 tbsp sesame oil
- 1 small onion, finely diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tsp fresh ginger, grated
- 1½ tbsp red Thai curry paste
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 1 can (13.5 oz) full-fat coconut milk
- 1 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tsp brown sugar
- 1 tbsp lime juice
- ½ tsp chili flakes (optional)
- ½ cup mushrooms, sliced
- ½ cup baby spinach
- 2 tbsp chopped green onions
- 1 tbsp fresh cilantro, chopped
✨ Kitchen Tools You’ll Need
This recipe doesn’t require fancy gadgets, just a few reliable kitchen basics to keep everything simple and stress-free.
- Large soup pot or Dutch oven
- Wooden spoon or ladle
- Sharp knife
- Cutting board
- Measuring cups & spoons
👩🍳 Step-by-Step Beginner-Friendly Instructions
- Heat sesame oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add diced onion and cook 3–4 minutes until soft and translucent 😊
- Stir in garlic and ginger. Cook for 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Add red curry paste and stir continuously for 1 minute to bloom the flavors 🌶️
- Pour in chicken broth, coconut milk, soy sauce, and brown sugar. Stir well and bring to a gentle simmer.
- Add dumplings and mushrooms. Simmer uncovered for 8–10 minutes, or until dumplings are tender and cooked through.
- Stir in spinach and chili flakes. Cook 1–2 minutes until wilted.
- Remove from heat and stir in lime juice. Taste and adjust seasoning if needed ✨
- Garnish with green onions and cilantro before serving.
💡 Pro Tips
- Thicker broth: Simmer an extra 5 minutes uncovered
- Protein swap: Use shrimp dumplings for a seafood twist
- Storage: Keeps well in the fridge up to 3 days
- Freezer-friendly: Freeze broth only; add fresh dumplings when reheating