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Coconut Curry Soup with Dumplings

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For the Soup:

  • 2 tablespoons coconut oil
  • 1 medium onion, finely chopped
  • 3 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1-inch piece of ginger, grated
  • 2 tablespoons red curry paste
  • 1 teaspoon ground turmeric
  • 1 teaspoon ground coriander
  • 1 can (13.5 oz) coconut milk
  • 4 cups vegetable broth
  • 1 tablespoon soy sauce or tamari
  • 1 tablespoon lime juice
  • 2 teaspoons brown sugar
  • 2 cups mixed vegetables (e.g., bell peppers, carrots, zucchini, or mushrooms)
  • 1 cup cooked shredded chicken or tofu (optional)
  • Fresh cilantro, chopped (for garnish)
  • Lime wedges (for serving)

For the Dumplings:

  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ½ cup coconut milk
  • 1 tablespoon chopped cilantro (optional)

Instructions

Prepare the Soup Base:

  1. Sauté Aromatics: In a large pot, heat the coconut oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and sauté for 3-4 minutes until softened. Stir in the garlic and ginger, cooking for another minute until fragrant.
  2. Add Spices: Stir in the red curry paste, turmeric, and coriander, cooking for 1-2 minutes to toast the spices and release their flavors.
  3. Incorporate Liquids: Pour in the coconut milk, vegetable broth, soy sauce, lime juice, and brown sugar. Stir well to combine and bring the mixture to a simmer.

Add Vegetables and Protein:

  1. Simmer the Vegetables: Add your choice of mixed vegetables to the pot and let them cook for 8-10 minutes, until tender. If using cooked shredded chicken or tofu, add them at this stage to heat through.

Prepare the Dumplings:

  1. Make the Dumpling Dough: In a medium bowl, mix the flour, baking powder, and salt. Stir in the coconut milk and cilantro (if using) until a soft dough forms.
  2. Shape the Dumplings: Use a spoon to scoop small portions of the dough and gently roll into balls.

Cook the Dumplings:

  1. Add Dumplings to the Soup: Drop the dumplings into the simmering soup, ensuring they don’t touch each other. Cover the pot and let the dumplings cook for 10-12 minutes, or until they are puffed and cooked through.

Finish and Serve:

  1. Adjust Seasoning: Taste the soup and adjust seasoning with more lime juice, soy sauce, or brown sugar as needed.
  2. Garnish: Ladle the soup into bowls and garnish with fresh cilantro and lime wedges. Serve hot.

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