Coconut Curry Soup with Dumplings
A quick, comforting soup featuring rich coconut milk, aromatic spices, and delicious dumplings, perfect for busy weeknights.
Ingredients
Base Ingredients
- 1 tbsp avocado oil For sautéing
- 1 cup diced onion You can use yellow or white onions
- 1 tbsp minced garlic Add more if you like garlic flavor
- ½ cup chopped cremini mushrooms Can substitute with other mushrooms or vegetables
- 3 cups vegetable broth Use low-sodium if preferred
- 1 cup coconut milk Full-fat for best flavor
- 1 tbsp red Thai curry paste Adjust according to spice preference
Dumplings and Seasoning
- 1 bag frozen vegan dumplings 12 to 15 pieces
- 1 tsp soy sauce Or tamari for gluten-free version
- 1 tsp salt Adjust to taste
- 1 tsp sugar Balances flavors
Garnish and Extras
- 2-3 tsp chili oil Add for heat
- 4 scallions chopped For freshness and garnish
- 1 tbsp chopped cilantro Fresh garnish
- 1 tbsp sliced scallion greens For topping
- 1 tbsp crunchy garlic For extra texture and flavor
Instructions
Preparation
- Gather all your ingredients. Dice the onion, mushrooms, and scallions. Mince the garlic.
Cooking the Base
- In a large pot, heat 1 tablespoon of avocado oil over medium heat.
- Add the diced onion and sauté for about 3 minutes until it becomes translucent.
- Stir in the minced garlic and let it cook for another minute, until fragrant.
- Add the chopped cremini mushrooms to the pot and sauté for around 3-4 minutes until they soften.
Building Flavors
- Pour in the vegetable broth and increase the heat to high. Bring to a gentle boil.
- Once boiling, reduce heat and stir in 1 cup of full-fat coconut milk.
- Add 1 tablespoon of red Thai curry paste and stir well to dissolve.
- Season with salt, sugar, and soy sauce.
Final Steps
- Carefully add the frozen dumplings into the simmering broth and cook according to package instructions, usually around 5-7 minutes.
- Just before serving, stir in the chopped scallions and drizzle in chili oil.
- Ladle the soup into bowls and top with fresh cilantro, sliced scallion greens, and crunchy garlic.
Notes
This soup is versatile; feel free to add your favorite vegetables or proteins. Adjust seasoning according to taste for the best results.