Description
This Thai Red Curry Noodle Soup is a vibrant and flavorful dish perfect for a quick and comforting meal. Creamy coconut milk combined with fragrant red curry paste, fresh ginger, garlic, and lime juice creates a rich broth that beautifully complements tender rice noodles and fresh vegetables. Ready in just 25 minutes, this soup offers a delightful balance of spicy, tangy, and savory flavors, garnished with cilantro and bell peppers for a fresh finish.
Ingredients
Scale
Base Ingredients
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tbsp fresh ginger, grated
- 2 tbsp red curry paste
Broth and Seasoning
- 1 can (14 oz) coconut milk
- 3 cups chicken broth
- 2 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tbsp lime juice
Noodles and Vegetables
- 8 oz rice noodles
- 1/2 cup spinach, chopped
- 1/2 cup cilantro, chopped
- 1 red bell pepper, thinly sliced
Instructions
- Sauté Aromatics: Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add the chopped onion, minced garlic, and grated ginger. Sauté for 3 to 4 minutes until the mixture is fragrant and the onions have softened.
- Add Curry Paste: Stir in the red curry paste and cook for an additional minute. This step helps to awaken the spices and deepen the flavor of the soup.
- Make the Broth: Pour in the coconut milk, chicken broth, soy sauce, and lime juice. Stir well to combine all the ingredients, then bring the mixture to a gentle simmer.
- Cook Noodles: Add the rice noodles directly into the simmering broth. Cook for 5 to 7 minutes, or until the noodles are tender and cooked through, absorbing some of the flavorful broth.
- Add Vegetables: Stir in the chopped spinach, cilantro, and thinly sliced red bell pepper. Let the soup simmer for another 2 minutes until the vegetables are just softened and the cilantro releases its aroma.
- Serve: Ladle the soup into bowls while hot, garnishing with additional cilantro and fresh lime wedges for extra zest if desired. Enjoy immediately for best flavor and texture.
Notes
- You can substitute chicken broth with vegetable broth to make it vegetarian.
- Adjust the amount of red curry paste according to your spice preference.
- Rice noodles can be soaked in warm water beforehand to reduce cooking time.
- For added protein, consider adding cooked chicken, shrimp, or tofu.
- Use fresh lime juice for the best tangy flavor.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Thai
