Description
This creamy and comforting Coconut Curry Soup with Dumplings is a flavorful vegetarian dish that combines aromatic spices, tender vegetables, and soft homemade dumplings simmered together in a rich coconut milk broth. Perfect for a cozy meal, it offers a delightful blend of curry and turmeric flavors balanced by fresh spinach and cilantro.
Ingredients
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Soup Base Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon ginger, grated
- 1 tablespoon curry powder
- 1 teaspoon turmeric
- 1 can (14 oz) coconut milk
- 3 cups vegetable broth
- 1 large carrot, sliced
- 1 medium potato, cubed
- 1 cup spinach, chopped
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro, chopped
Dumplings
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup water
Instructions
- Heat the Oil: Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat to create a flavorful base for the soup.
- Sauté Onion: Add the diced onion and cook, stirring occasionally, until soft and translucent, about 5 minutes, which develops the sweetness and depth of flavor.
- Add Garlic and Ginger: Stir in the minced garlic and grated ginger, cooking for about 1 minute until fragrant, enhancing the aromatic profile.
- Add Spices: Mix in the curry powder and turmeric, coating the onion mixture to release their vibrant flavors.
- Combine Liquids: Pour in the coconut milk and vegetable broth, stirring to combine all ingredients into a creamy broth.
- Add Vegetables: Bring the soup to a simmer and add the sliced carrot and cubed potato for hearty texture and nutrition.
- Simmer Vegetables: Let the soup simmer for about 15 minutes or until the vegetables are tender and flavorful.
- Prepare Dumpling Dough: In a separate bowl, mix the all-purpose flour, baking powder, and salt to form the dry base for the dumplings.
- Add Water: Slowly add the water to the flour mixture, stirring until a soft dough forms.
- Shape Dumplings: Use your hands to form the dough into small 1-inch diameter dumplings.
- Add Dumplings to Soup: Once vegetables are tender, carefully drop the dumplings into the simmering soup.
- Cook Dumplings: Cover the pot and cook the dumplings for about 10 minutes or until they float to the top, indicating they are cooked through.
- Add Greens and Season: Stir in the chopped spinach, soy sauce, additional salt, and black pepper, cooking for another 2 minutes until the spinach wilts and flavors meld.
- Adjust Seasoning: Taste the soup and adjust the seasoning as needed to suit your preference.
- Garnish and Serve: Garnish with freshly chopped cilantro before serving to add a fresh herbal note and vibrant color.
Notes
- If you prefer a spicier soup, add a pinch of chili flakes or fresh chopped chili when adding the spices.
- You can substitute the all-purpose flour in the dumplings with a gluten-free flour blend for a gluten-free version.
- Use vegetable broth with low sodium to control the saltiness of the soup.
- The dumplings can be baked or steamed separately if you want a different texture, but cooking them in the soup allows them to absorb flavors.
- For added protein, consider adding chickpeas or tofu cubes before simmering the vegetables.
