Baked Dumplings in Red Curry Coconut Sauce Recipe

Introduction

Baked dumplings with a creamy red curry sauce offer a comforting and flavorful meal that’s easy to prepare. This one-pan dish combines the convenience of frozen dumplings with a rich, aromatic sauce perfect for lunch or dinner. Garnished with fresh herbs and spices, it’s a crowd-pleaser for any occasion.

Ingredients

• 14-20 Frozen Dumplings
• 3 Tablespoons Red Curry Paste
• 3 Tablespoons Soy Sauce
• 2 Tablespoons Sesame Oil (or oil of choice)
• 1 (14-ounce) can Coconut Milk
• 2 teaspoons Fresh Ginger (minced)
• 2 Garlic Cloves (minced)
• 1 Tablespoon Rice Vinegar
• 2 Tablespoons Honey (or real maple syrup)

Garnish:

• Cilantro
• 2 Green Onions (sliced)
• 1 to 2 Tablespoons Chili Crunch
• Sesame Seeds
• Baby Spinach (optional)

Instructions

1. Step 1: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a medium baking dish or ovenproof skillet.
2. Step 2: In a bowl, whisk together the coconut milk, red curry paste, honey, soy sauce, sesame oil, rice vinegar, minced ginger, and garlic. Taste and adjust the flavors by adding more soy sauce for saltiness, rice vinegar for brightness, or curry paste for extra spice.
3. Step 3: Arrange the frozen dumplings in a single layer in the prepared baking dish. Pour the sauce evenly over the dumplings, ensuring they are mostly covered.
4. Step 4: Cover the dish with foil and bake for 20 minutes. Then, uncover and bake for an additional 5 to 10 minutes until the sauce is bubbling and the dumplings are tender.
5. Step 5: If using baby spinach, immediately top the hot dumplings with fresh spinach to allow it to wilt slightly. Garnish generously with cilantro, sliced green onions, sesame seeds, and chili crunch before serving.

Tips & Variations

• Use dried ginger as a substitute by adding 1 teaspoon instead of fresh minced ginger.
• Frozen dumplings from any local grocery store work well—Trader Joe’s brand is a reliable option.
• For a vegan version, substitute honey with real maple syrup.
• Add extra chili crunch or fresh chili slices for more heat.

Storage

Store leftover baked dumplings in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat gently in the oven or microwave until warmed through. To keep the dumplings tender, avoid reheating too long to prevent drying out.

How to Serve

Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.

FAQs

Can I use fresh dumplings instead of frozen?

Yes, but adjust the baking time since fresh dumplings cook faster. Reduce the covered baking time and watch closely to avoid overcooking.

Can I prepare the sauce ahead of time?

Absolutely. The sauce can be mixed up to a day in advance and refrigerated. Stir well before pouring over the dumplings.

Baked Dumplings in Red Curry Coconut Sauce Recipe

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These Baked Dumplings are a flavorful and easy one-pan meal perfect for lunch or dinner. Frozen dumplings are baked in a rich and aromatic red curry coconut milk sauce, then topped with fresh herbs and crunchy garnishes for a delightful fusion of Asian-inspired flavors. The recipe offers a simple way to enjoy dumplings with the added depth of ginger, garlic, and a hint of sweetness from honey, all baked to tender perfection in the oven.

• Author: lea
• Prep Time: 10 minutes
• Cook Time: 30 minutes
• Total Time: 40 minutes
• Yield: 4 servings 1x
• Category: Lunch
• Method: Baking
• Cuisine: Asian

Ingredients

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Main Ingredients

• 14–20 Frozen Dumplings
• 3 Tablespoons Red Curry Paste
• 3 Tablespoons Soy Sauce
• 2 Tablespoons Sesame Oil (or oil of choice)
• 1 (14-ounce) can Coconut Milk
• 2 teaspoons Fresh Ginger (minced)
• 2 Garlic Cloves (minced)
• 1 Tablespoon Rice Vinegar
• 2 Tablespoons Honey (or real maple syrup)

Garnish

• Cilantro
• 2 Green Onions (sliced)
• 1 to 2 Tablespoons Chili Crunch
• Sesame Seeds
• Baby Spinach (optional)

Instructions

1. Preheat and Prepare Dish: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a medium baking dish or an ovenproof skillet to prevent sticking and prepare for baking the dumplings.
2. Make the Sauce: In a bowl, whisk together coconut milk, red curry paste, honey, soy sauce, sesame oil, rice vinegar, minced fresh ginger, and garlic. Taste and adjust seasoning as needed—add more soy sauce for saltiness, rice vinegar for brightness, or curry paste for spice.
3. Arrange Dumplings: Place frozen dumplings in a single layer in the prepared baking dish. Pour the sauce evenly over the dumplings, making sure they are mostly covered with the sauce.
4. Bake Covered: Cover the dish with aluminum foil and bake in the preheated oven for 20 minutes. This allows the dumplings to steam and cook through in the sauce.
5. Uncover and Finish Baking: Remove the foil and continue baking for another 5 to 10 minutes, until the sauce is bubbling and the dumplings are tender and cooked through.
6. Add Spinach (Optional) and Garnish: If using baby spinach, immediately top the hot dumplings with fresh spinach so it wilts slightly. Garnish generously with cilantro, sliced green onions, sesame seeds, and chili crunch to add freshness and texture.

Notes

• Frozen dumplings from Trader Joe’s work well, but any frozen dumplings from your local grocery store will work.
• If using dried ginger instead of fresh, use 1 teaspoon.
• Fresh minced garlic or frozen garlic cubes can be used interchangeably.
• Nutrition information is approximate and automatically calculated.

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