Save This Red Curry Wonton Soup With Greens is a vibrant, comforting dish that brings together the warmth of a fragrant red curry broth and the convenience of plump frozen wontons. Ready in just 25 minutes, it is the perfect solution for a quick yet nourishing meal that satisfies cravings for authentic Asian Fusion flavors.
Save Whether you are looking for a comforting lunch or an easy weeknight dinner, this soup delivers. The combination of aromatic ginger, garlic, and red curry paste creates a complex flavor profile that tastes like it simmered for hours, though it comes together in a fraction of the time.
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
To make the preparation even smoother, have your knife and cutting board ready to julienne the carrots and chop the greens while the broth comes to a boil. Sautéing the red curry paste first is essential to unlocking its deep, aromatic oils. Use a large soup pot to ensure there is plenty of room for the wontons to float freely.
Varianten und Anpassungen
For a vegetarian version, simply swap the chicken broth for vegetable broth and use vegetarian-filled wontons. You can also customize the vegetable mix by adding sliced mushrooms or bean sprouts for extra texture and crunch. Adjust the spiciness of the soup by increasing or decreasing the amount of curry paste used.
Serviervorschläge
Ladle the steaming soup into deep bowls and top with plenty of fresh cilantro and the remaining green onions. The citrusy brightness of lime juice balances the heat of the curry perfectly. This meal pairs exceptionally well with a crisp Riesling or a refreshing glass of iced green tea.
Save Each serving of this soup contains approximately 340 calories and 12 grams of protein, making it a well-rounded and nourishing choice. Enjoy the balance of flavors and textures in this quick 25-minute Asian Fusion masterpiece.
Recipe Guide
- → Can I use fresh wontons instead of frozen?
Absolutely. Fresh wontons cook faster, typically 2-3 minutes instead of 5-6. Watch carefully to prevent overcooking and tearing.
- → How spicy is this soup?
Red curry paste provides moderate heat. For milder flavor, reduce to 1 tablespoon. For extra spice, add chili slices or increase curry paste to 3 tablespoons.
- → Can I make this vegetarian?
Yes. Use vegetable broth instead of chicken broth and choose vegetable wontons rather than chicken-filled ones. The flavor remains deliciously rich.
- → What other greens work well?
Baby bok choy, Swiss chard, or kale are excellent substitutes. Add hearty greens like kale a few minutes earlier to ensure tenderness.
- → Will leftovers keep well?
Store refrigerated for up to 3 days. The wontons may absorb some broth and become softer. Reheat gently on the stovetet, adding splash of water if needed.
- → Can I freeze this?
Freeze the broth separately from wontons for best results. Wontons become mushy when frozen. Broth keeps well frozen for 2-3 months.