Steaming bowl of coconut curry dumpling soup garnished with fresh cilantro, chili slices, and coconut cream drizzle.

Irresistible Coconut Curry Soup With Dumplings

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Creamy, spiced & deeply comforting

Cozy, creamy, and packed with vibrant flavor this Irresistible Coconut Curry Soup With Dumplings is your new comfort food obsession. Imagine soft, pillowy dumplings floating in a silky coconut curry broth infused with ginger, garlic, and warm spices pure magic in a bowl! Perfect for chilly nights, weeknight dinners, or when you just need a soul-soothing meal, this dish from Emma’s Cake Studio combines the best of curry and comfort in one irresistible recipe.

Time Breakdown

  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Total Time: 50 minutes
  • Servings: 4

Ingredients List

For the Coconut Curry Soup

  • 1 tablespoon coconut oil (or olive oil)
  • 1 small onion, finely chopped
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, grated
  • 2 tablespoons red curry paste (use yellow for milder flavor)
  • 1 teaspoon turmeric powder
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1 can (14 oz) coconut milk
  • 3 cups vegetable or chicken broth
  • 1 tablespoon soy sauce or tamari
  • 1 teaspoon brown sugar (optional, for balance)
  • Juice of ½ lime
  • Salt and pepper to taste

For the Dumplings

  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 ½ teaspoons baking powder
  • ¼ teaspoon salt
  • 2 tablespoons butter or coconut oil
  • ½ cup milk or coconut milk

For Garnish & Serving

  • Fresh cilantro or basil leaves
  • Thinly sliced red chili (optional)
  • Lime wedges
  • Drizzle of chili oil or coconut cream (optional)

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
  • Mixing bowl
  • Measuring cups & spoons
  • Whisk & wooden spoon
  • Ladle
  • Small scoop or spoon for dumplings

Step-by-Step Beginner-Friendly Instructions

  1. Sauté aromatics:
    Heat coconut oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add onion, garlic, and ginger. Sauté for 2–3 minutes until fragrant and soft.
  2. Add spices & curry paste:
    Stir in red curry paste, turmeric, and cumin. Cook for 1 minute to release flavor.
  3. Make the broth:
    Pour in coconut milk and broth, then add soy sauce, brown sugar, and a pinch of salt. Stir well and bring to a gentle simmer.
  4. Prepare dumpling dough:
    In a mixing bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt. Add butter and rub into flour until crumbly. Stir in milk until soft dough forms. Don’t overmix!
  5. Add dumplings to soup:
    Using a spoon, drop small spoonfuls of dough into the simmering soup. Cover and cook for 10–12 minutes, or until dumplings are puffed and cooked through.
  6. Finish & serve:
    Stir in lime juice and adjust seasoning with salt or more curry paste to taste. Ladle soup into bowls, top with fresh cilantro, chili slices, and a drizzle of coconut cream.

Pro Tips

  • Keep it gentle: Simmer don’t boil once dumplings are added, to keep them fluffy.
  • Make it heartier: Add cooked chicken, shrimp, tofu, or veggies like bell peppers or spinach.
  • Curry control: Adjust the spice by choosing your curry paste type (red = bold, yellow = mild, green = hot!).
  • Meal prep: Soup reheats beautifully store in fridge up to 3 days, dumplings will absorb flavor and stay tender.

Nutrition Table

Serving SizeCaloriesProteinCarbsFatFiberSugar
1 bowl3609g35g20g3g6g