Description
A flavorful and creamy Thai Red Curry Soup made with a blend of aromatic vegetables, red curry paste, coconut milk, and tender noodles. This comforting soup is quick to prepare and perfect for a satisfying meal with a balance of spicy, savory, and tangy flavors.
Ingredients
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Vegetables and Aromatics
- 2 Tbsp. avocado oil or olive oil
- 1/2 cup diced yellow onion
- 1/2 cup diced red bell pepper
- 1/2 cup diced carrots
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 Tbsp. freshly grated ginger
Soup Base
- 1/4 cup red curry paste
- 6 cups chicken broth or vegetable stock
- 1 (14 oz.) can full-fat coconut milk
- 3 Tbsp. fish sauce
Noodles and Garnish
- 4-5 oz. ramen or rice noodles
- 1 Tbsp. fresh lime juice
- 1/2 cup fresh chopped cilantro
Instructions
- Saute Vegetables: In a dutch oven, heat the avocado or olive oil over medium heat. Add the diced yellow onion, red bell pepper, and carrots. Cook for 5-7 minutes until the vegetables are tender and slightly softened.
- Add Aromatics: Stir in the minced garlic, freshly grated ginger, and red curry paste. Cook for about 1 minute, stirring frequently until the mixture is fragrant and the spices are well combined.
- Cook Soup: Pour in the chicken broth or vegetable stock, coconut milk, and fish sauce. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Bring the soup to a simmer and let it cook gently for 5 minutes to meld the flavors.
- Add Noodles: Stir in the ramen or rice noodles and continue simmering until the noodles are tender, approximately 3-5 minutes depending on the noodle type.
- Finish Soup: Remove the pot from heat and stir in fresh lime juice and chopped cilantro to add a bright, fresh flavor to the soup. Serve hot.
Notes
- Substitute chicken broth with vegetable stock to make this recipe vegetarian.
- Adjust the amount of red curry paste based on preferred spice level.
- You can use gluten-free noodles to make the dish gluten-free.
- Skim some fat from the coconut milk if preferred for a lighter soup.
- Garnish with additional cilantro or a squeeze of lime for extra freshness.
