Name: Baked Curry Dumplings with Coconut Milk and Fresh Herbs Recipe
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 40 min
Cuisine: Asian Fusion
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); 2 Green Onions (sliced); 1 to 2 Tablespoons Chili Crunch; Sesame Seeds; Baby Spinach (optional)

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Introduction

Baked dumplings offer a delicious and easy way to enjoy a flavorful meal with minimal effort. Coated in a rich, spicy curry sauce and baked to perfection, this dish is perfect for a weeknight dinner or casual gathering.

A white rectangular baking dish filled with two layers of dumplings covered in thick red spicy sauce; the dumplings are light golden with slightly crinkled edges, sitting in the sauce that has oil pooling around them. Green chopped scallions and white and black sesame seeds are scattered on top, along with dollops of chunky dark red chili paste. A silver spoon lifts one dumpling showing its soft texture and sauce dripping gently. The dish is placed on a white marbled surface with garlic cloves and small white bowls of chili paste and sesame near it. photo taken with an iphone --ar 4:5 --v 7

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, for garnish
2 green onions, sliced
1 to 2 tablespoons chili crunch
Sesame seeds, for garnish
Baby spinach (optional)

Instructions

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

Tips & Variations

For extra crunch, sprinkle toasted sesame seeds and a drizzle of chili crisp just before serving.
Swap red curry paste for green curry paste to change the flavor profile.
Add fresh vegetables like bell peppers or snap peas for added texture and nutrition.
Use maple syrup instead of honey to keep the dish vegan-friendly.

Storage

Store leftover baked dumplings in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat gently in the oven at 350°F (175°C) until warmed through, or microwave briefly. Adding a splash of coconut milk before reheating helps keep the sauce creamy.

How to Serve

A close-up of a dumpling lifted on a silver spoon shows a soft, light orange outer layer covered with a glossy spicy red sauce. The dumpling is sprinkled with small black sesame seeds, white sesame seeds, and bright green chopped spring onions. The background is filled with many more dumplings in the same sauce and garnishes, all lying on a white marbled texture. photo taken with an iphone --ar 4:5 --v 7

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 baking time slightly to prevent overcooking. Check for doneness earlier, around 15-20 minutes.

Can I make this recipe spicier?

Absolutely! Increase the amount of red curry paste or chili crunch to suit your heat preference. You can also add fresh chili slices for an extra kick.