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Trader Joe’s Viral Dumpling Bake: Cozy Comfort in One Dish


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  • Author: Klara Henschel,
  • Total Time: 50 minutes
  • Yield: 4 portions

Description

A cozy one-dish comfort meal featuring tender dumplings in a creamy red Thai curry sauce. Perfect for busy weeknights, flavorful and easy to prepare.


Ingredients

  • Coconut milk – 1 can (substitute with full-fat dairy cream or almond milk for non-dairy)
  • Red Thai curry paste – 2 tablespoons (green curry paste can be used)
  • Soyaki (or soy sauce) – 3 tablespoons (tamari for gluten-free)
  • Garlic – 3 cloves, minced
  • Spinach – 2 handfuls (can substitute kale or arugula)
  • Frozen chicken dumplings – 1 bag (any variety)
  • Chili oil crunch – 1 tablespoon (for drizzling)


Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. In a medium baking dish, combine coconut milk, red Thai curry paste, soyaki, and minced garlic. Mix thoroughly.
  3. Layer fresh spinach evenly over the sauce.
  4. Arrange frozen chicken dumplings over the spinach layer.
  5. Cover tightly with aluminum foil and bake for 35–40 minutes.
  6. Remove foil and drizzle with chili oil crunch before serving.

Notes

  • Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
  • Reheat in the oven for best results.
  • Substitute ingredients as needed for dietary preferences (vegan, gluten-free, non-dairy).
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 40 minutes
  • Category: Quick Meals
  • Method: Bake
  • Cuisine: Thai