I saw a variation of this dumpling recipe on Tik Tok and I had to make it, you can dump all of the ingredients into a casserole dish and call it a day. No fuss of steaming or pan frying! This curry dumpling bake is creamy, flavorful and ridiculously easy! Just whisk together your coconut curry sauce, drop in your frozen dumplings and let the oven do the work.
The base is a mix of red curry paste, coconut milk, tamari, sesame oil, rice vinegar, and a touch of honey for balance. As the dumplings bake, they soak up that rich, savory-sweet curry sauce, turning into little flavor bombs. Once it’s out of the oven, a drizzle of chili oil, a sprinkle of sesame seeds, and some fresh green onion take it to the next level.
This dish is perfect for busy weeknights, lazy weekends, or anytime you need a comfort meal with bold flavors. The best part? It uses frozen dumplings, so there’s no need to make them from scratch. Dinner doesn’t get easier (or more delicious) than this.
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
- Easy one-dish meal – no stovetop, no frying, just bake and serve.
- Bold flavors – creamy coconut curry sauce with a balance of heat, sweetness, and umami.
- Shortcut friendly – uses frozen dumplings for maximum convenience.
- Customizable – works with veggie, pork, chicken, or shrimp dumplings.
- Great for sharing – perfect for family dinner or a fun party dish.
Baked Red Curry Dumplings
4
servings10
minutes25
minutes420
kcalIngredients
1 can (13.5 oz) full-fat coconut milk
2 tbsp red curry paste
2 tbsp tamari (or soy sauce)
1 tbsp rice vinegar
1 tsp sesame oil
1 tsp honey
1 bag (about 20–25) frozen dumplings (any variety)
Chili oil, for drizzling
2 green onions, sliced
1 tbsp sesame seeds
Directions
- Preheat oven: Set oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Make the sauce: In a baking dish, whisk together coconut milk, red curry paste, tamari, rice vinegar, sesame oil, and honey until smooth.
- Add dumplings: Nestle frozen dumplings into the sauce in an even layer.
- Bake: Cover with foil and bake for 25 minutes. Remove foil and bake another 10 minutes until dumplings are cooked through and sauce is bubbly.
- Top + serve: Drizzle with chili oil, sprinkle with green onions and sesame seeds, and serve hot.
Notes
- A deep ceramic baking dish is perfect for casseroles like this. This Staub ceramic baking dish set is durable, oven-safe, and looks beautiful on the table.
FAQ & Tips
Can I use homemade dumplings?
Yes! Just freeze them first so they hold their shape in the bake.
What if I want it spicier?
Add extra curry paste or drizzle more chili oil on top before serving.
Can I make this ahead of time?
You can whisk the sauce and assemble the dumplings in the baking dish up to 6 hours ahead. Just bake when ready to serve.
Which dumplings work best?
Pork, chicken, shrimp, or veggie dumplings all work well. Use your favorite!
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