Red Curry Wonton Soup Greens

This Red Curry Wonton Soup With Greens is a vibrant, comforting soup that combines plump frozen wontons with a fragrant red curry broth and an abundance of fresh greens. It is the perfect nourishing meal for busy evenings, coming together in just 25 minutes for a quick and satisfying dinner.

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The beauty of this Asian Fusion dish lies in its simplicity. By using frozen wontons, you save significant preparation time without sacrificing the soul-warming qualities of a complex, homemade soup broth.

Ingredients

• Broth: 1 tablespoon vegetable oil, 2 tablespoons red curry paste, 4 cups low-sodium chicken or vegetable broth, 1 (14 oz/400 ml) can coconut milk, 1 tablespoon soy sauce, 1 teaspoon sugar, 1 teaspoon fresh ginger (grated), 2 cloves garlic (minced).
• Wontons: 20 frozen chicken or vegetable wontons.
• Greens & Vegetables: 2 cups baby spinach or bok choy (roughly chopped), 1 cup snow peas (trimmed), 2 green onions (sliced), 1 small carrot (julienned).
• Garnish: 1 tablespoon fresh cilantro (chopped), 1 tablespoon lime juice, Red chili slices (optional).

Instructions

Step 1

Heat the vegetable oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add red curry paste and sauté for 1 minute until fragrant.

Step 2

Add ginger and garlic; cook for another 30 seconds.

Step 3

Pour in the broth, coconut milk, soy sauce, and sugar. Stir well and bring to a gentle boil.

Step 4

Add the frozen wontons. Simmer for 5–6 minutes, or until the wontons are cooked through and floating.

Step 5

Add spinach (or bok choy), snow peas, carrot, and half the green onions. Simmer for 2 minutes until greens are wilted and vegetables are just tender.

Step 6

Stir in lime juice. Taste and adjust seasoning with more soy sauce or lime juice as desired.

Step 7

Ladle soup into bowls. Garnish with cilantro, remaining green onions, and fresh chili slices if using. Serve hot.

Zusatztipps für die Zubereitung

You can adjust the spiciness of your soup by adding more or less red curry paste to the broth. For extra texture, try adding mushrooms or bean sprouts during the simmering stage. Using a large soup pot ensures there is plenty of room for the wontons to cook evenly.

Varianten und Anpassungen

For a vegetarian version, use vegetable broth and vegetarian wontons. For a gluten-free meal, use gluten-free soy sauce and certified gluten-free wontons. Note that this recipe contains soy, coconut, and gluten; always check frozen wonton packaging for potential allergens like egg or shellfish.

Serviervorschläge

This hearty soup pairs beautifully with a crisp Riesling or a refreshing glass of iced green tea. It serves four and provides a balanced meal with 340 calories and 12 grams of protein per serving.

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Enjoy this Easy Asian Fusion comfort meal as a quick lunch or a nourishing weeknight dinner that the whole family will appreciate.

Recipe FAQ

→ Can I use fresh wontons instead of frozen?

Yes, fresh wontons work perfectly. They'll cook faster than frozen ones, so reduce the simmering time to about 3-4 minutes until they float and are cooked through.

→ What can I substitute for red curry paste?

While red curry paste provides the signature flavor, you can use green or yellow curry paste for a different flavor profile. Thai chili paste or a combination of sriracha and ground lemongrass can work in a pinch.

→ How do I store and reheat leftovers?

Store the soup in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat gently on the stovetop over medium-low heat, adding a splash of broth if needed. The wontons may soften slightly but will still taste delicious.

→ Can I make this soup spicier?

Absolutely. Add an extra tablespoon of red curry paste, include sliced fresh chilies during cooking, or serve with chili oil on the side. You can also add a pinch of red pepper flakes to the broth.

→ What other greens work well in this soup?

Bok choy, napa cabbage, kale, Swiss chard, or baby mustard greens all work beautifully. Heartier greens like kale may need an extra minute or two of cooking time to become tender.

→ Is this soup gluten-free?

Not by default, as most wontons and soy sauce contain gluten. However, you can easily make it gluten-free by using certified gluten-free wontons and tamari or coconut aminos instead of regular soy sauce.