A fiery, creamy, and comforting soup that combines the best of Thai red curry and jalapeño popper flavors—with juicy dumplings for the ultimate bite!
Why You’ll Love This Soup
✅ Bold & spicy – A perfect balance of Thai red curry heat and jalapeño kick.
✅ Creamy & comforting – Coconut milk makes it rich and velvety.
✅ Quick & easy – Ready in 25 minutes for a weeknight win!
✅ Dumplings = next-level texture – Soft, chewy bites in every spoonful.
Ingredients
- 1 tbsp vegetable oil
- 1 onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tbsp fresh ginger, grated
- 2 tbsp Thai red curry paste (adjust for spice level)
- 4 cups vegetable broth (or chicken broth)
- 1 can (14 oz) coconut milk (full-fat for creaminess)
- 1 cup frozen dumplings (veg or chicken)
- 1 cup jalapeños, sliced (seeds removed for milder heat)
- Optional toppings:
- Fresh cilantro
- Lime wedges
- Extra sliced jalapeños
- Crispy fried shallots
Step-by-Step Instructions
1. Sauté Aromatics
- Heat oil in a pot over medium heat.
- Add onion, garlic, and ginger, sautéing until soft (~3 mins).
2. Bloom the Curry Paste
- Stir in Thai red curry paste and cook for 1 minute to deepen the flavor.
3. Build the Broth
- Pour in vegetable broth and coconut milk, stirring well.
- Bring to a gentle simmer.
4. Add Dumplings & Jalapeños
- Drop in frozen dumplings and jalapeño slices.
- Simmer for 5-7 minutes until dumplings are tender.
5. Adjust & Serve
- Taste and add salt or a squeeze of lime if needed.
- Ladle into bowls and top with cilantro, lime, or crispy shallots.
Serving Suggestions
🍚 With rice – Makes it heartier for a full meal.
🥬 Side of greens – Pair with steamed bok choy or spinach.
🍻 Cooling drink – Serve with Thai iced tea or a cold beer.
Pro Tips
🔥 Too spicy? Use less curry paste or swap jalapeños for bell peppers.
🥟 Dumpling swap – Try wontons or even meatballs!
🌿 Extra herbs – Thai basil adds an authentic touch.
💡 Make ahead – Flavors deepen if stored overnight.
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Final Thoughts
This Jalapeño Popper Thai Red Curry Dumpling Soup is comfort food with a kick—creamy, spicy, and loaded with delicious bites. Perfect for cold nights or when you need a flavor explosion!
Ready to spice up your soup game? Let’s get cooking! 🔥🍜