One-Pan Baked Dumplings in Red Curry Coconut Sauce Recipe

Introduction

Experience a delicious twist on dumplings with this one-pan baked dumplings recipe in a rich red curry coconut sauce. It’s an easy, flavorful meal that combines simple ingredients into a comforting dish perfect for any night of the week.

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)
• Cilantro, fresh, for garnish
• 2 Green Onions, sliced, for garnish
• 1-2 Tablespoons Chili Crunch, for garnish
• Sesame Seeds, for garnish
• Baby Spinach (optional)

Instructions

1. Step 1: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and lightly grease a medium baking dish or ovenproof skillet to prevent sticking.
2. Step 2: In a medium bowl, whisk together coconut milk, red curry paste, honey, soy sauce, sesame oil, rice vinegar, minced ginger, and minced garlic until well combined. Taste and adjust flavors if needed.
3. Step 3: Arrange the frozen dumplings in a single layer in the prepared baking dish. Pour the curry sauce evenly over them, making sure the dumplings are mostly submerged.
4. Step 4: Cover the dish with aluminum foil and bake for 20 minutes to cook the dumplings through and infuse them with sauce flavors.
5. Step 5: Remove the foil and bake uncovered for an additional 5-10 minutes until the sauce bubbles and dumplings are tender with slightly golden edges.
6. Step 6: If using baby spinach, scatter it over the hot dumplings immediately so it wilts from the residual heat.
7. Step 7: Garnish generously with fresh cilantro, sliced green onions, sesame seeds, and chili crunch. Serve warm and enjoy!

Tips & Variations

• Use frozen dumplings directly—no need to thaw before baking.
• Adjust the amount of red curry paste to control spice level.
• Substitute fresh ginger with ½ teaspoon ground ginger if needed.
• Swap honey for maple syrup to make this recipe vegan-friendly.
• If sesame oil is unavailable, use a neutral oil but sesame oil adds authentic flavor.
• Add extra vegetables like sliced bell peppers or mushrooms for more nutrition.

Storage

Store leftover dumplings in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat gently on the stovetop or in the oven until warmed through to maintain texture and flavor.

How to Serve

Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.

FAQs

Can I use fresh dumplings instead of frozen?

Yes, fresh dumplings can be used, but reduce the initial baking time slightly as they will cook faster than frozen ones.

Is this recipe spicy?

The heat level depends on the amount of red curry paste used. Start with less if you prefer mild flavors and add more for extra spice.

One-Pan Baked Dumplings in Red Curry Coconut Sauce Recipe

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This One-Pan Baked Dumplings in Red Curry Coconut Sauce is an easy, comforting dish featuring frozen dumplings baked in a flavorful, creamy red curry coconut sauce. Enhanced with fresh ginger, garlic, and a hint of sweetness, it’s garnished with cilantro, green onions, chili crunch, and sesame seeds for vibrant taste and texture. Perfect for a quick weeknight dinner that requires minimal prep and cleanup.

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

Ingredients

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Dumplings

• 14–20 Frozen Dumplings

Sauce

• 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, fresh
• 2 Green Onions, sliced
• 1–2 Tablespoons Chili Crunch
• Sesame Seeds
• Baby Spinach (optional)

Instructions

1. Preheat Oven and Prepare Baking Dish: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Lightly grease a medium baking dish or an ovenproof skillet to prevent sticking.
2. Make the Sauce: In a medium bowl, whisk together the coconut milk, red curry paste, honey, soy sauce, sesame oil, rice vinegar, minced ginger, and minced garlic until well combined. Taste the sauce and adjust the flavors by adding more soy sauce for saltiness, rice vinegar for brightness, or curry paste for extra spice.
3. Arrange Dumplings: Place the frozen dumplings in a single layer in the prepared baking dish. Pour the curry sauce evenly over the dumplings, ensuring they are mostly submerged in the sauce.
4. Bake Covered: Cover the baking dish with aluminum foil and bake in the preheated oven for 20 minutes. This will cook the dumplings through and allow them to absorb the sauce flavors.
5. Uncover and Finish Baking: Remove the foil and continue baking for an additional 5-10 minutes until the sauce is bubbling and the dumplings are tender and slightly golden on the edges.
6. Add Spinach: If using baby spinach, immediately scatter it on top of the hot dumplings so it wilts slightly from the residual heat.
7. Garnish and Serve: Garnish generously with fresh cilantro, sliced green onions, sesame seeds, and chili crunch. Serve warm and enjoy this comforting one-pan dumpling bake.

Notes

• Use frozen dumplings directly from the freezer; no need to thaw before baking.
• Adjust the curry paste amount depending on your desired spice level.
• Fresh ginger can be substituted with ½ teaspoon ground ginger if necessary.
• Honey can be replaced with maple syrup for a vegan option.
• If you don’t have sesame oil, any neutral oil can be used but sesame oil adds authentic flavor.
• Feel free to add extra vegetables such as sliced bell peppers or mushrooms for added nutrition.

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