Trader Joe’s Viral Dumpling Bake: Cozy Comfort in One Dish Recipe
This Trader Joe’s Viral Dumpling Bake is a cozy, comforting one-dish meal that layers flavorful red Thai curry-infused coconut milk over fresh spinach and frozen chicken dumplings, all baked to perfection. Topped with a drizzle of chili oil crunch, this easy-to-make casserole combines spicy, creamy, and savory elements for a satisfying dinner that requires minimal prep and cleanup.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Casserole
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Fusion (Thai-inspired)
Ingredients
Scale
Sauce
- 1 can Coconut Milk (Substitute with full-fat dairy cream or almond milk for non-dairy)
- 2 tablespoons Red Thai Curry Paste (Replace with green curry paste for a different flavor)
- 3 tablespoons Soyaki (or soy sauce) (Opt for tamari for gluten-free)
- 3 cloves Garlic, minced (Garlic powder as a substitute)
Base Layer
- 2 handfuls Fresh Spinach (Can substitute with kale or arugula)
Main Ingredient
- 1 bag Frozen Chicken Dumplings (Any variety of frozen dumplings works)
Topping
- 1 tablespoon Chili Oil Crunch (Drizzle before serving)
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Set your oven to 350°F (175°C) to prepare for baking the dish evenly.
- Prepare Sauce Mixture: In a medium-sized baking dish, combine the coconut milk, red Thai curry paste, soyaki, and minced garlic. Stir thoroughly until the mixture is well blended to create a flavorful sauce base.
- Layer Spinach: Evenly spread the fresh spinach over the sauce mixture, distributing it to form a fresh, leafy layer.
- Add Dumplings: Arrange the frozen chicken dumplings evenly over the layer of spinach, making sure they are spaced out for even cooking.
- Bake Covered: Tightly cover the baking dish with aluminum foil to trap moisture and bake in the preheated oven for 35-40 minutes. This ensures the dumplings cook through and the sauce melds with the ingredients.
- Add Final Touch: Remove the foil carefully, then drizzle the chili oil crunch over the top just before serving to add a spicy, crunchy finish.
Notes
- You can substitute coconut milk with full-fat dairy cream or almond milk to suit dietary preferences.
- For different curry flavor, replace red Thai curry paste with green curry paste.
- Use tamari instead of soy sauce or soyaki for a gluten-free version.
- Frozen dumplings can be any variety—vegetable or pork dumplings will also work well.
- Chili oil crunch adds texture and spice but can be omitted or replaced with chili flakes for less oil.
- This dish pairs well with steamed rice or a simple cucumber salad to balance the richness.
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