Description
Thai Red Curry Noodle Soup is a cozy, vibrant dish that brings the authentic flavors of Thailand right to your kitchen. With its creamy coconut base, tender chicken, and a medley of fresh herbs, this soup is a perfect choice for chilly nights or when entertaining guests. In under an hour, you can whip up this hearty meal that’s packed with spice, comfort, and nutrition. Enjoy the aromatic blend of red curry paste, ginger, and vegetables in every bowlful. Whether served on a weeknight or at a special gathering, this Thai Red Curry Noodle Soup will surely impress your family and friends.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 1/2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken breasts (cut into 1/2-inch chunks)
- Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper (to taste)
- 3 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1 red bell pepper (diced)
- 1 onion (diced)
- 3 tablespoons red curry paste
- 1 tablespoon freshly grated ginger
- 6 cups low sodium chicken broth
- 1 (13.5-ounce) can coconut milk
- 4 ounces rice noodles
- 1 tablespoon fish sauce
- 2 teaspoons brown sugar
- 3 green onions (thinly sliced)
- 1/2 cup chopped fresh cilantro leaves
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh basil leaves
- 2 tablespoons freshly squeezed lime juice
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large stockpot over medium heat. Season chicken with salt and pepper; cook until golden brown for about 2–3 minutes.
- Sauté garlic, bell pepper, and onion until tender (about 3–4 minutes).
- Stir in red curry paste and ginger for one minute until fragrant.
- Add chicken broth and coconut milk; scrape any browned bits for added flavor.
- Return chicken to the pot; bring to a boil then reduce heat and simmer for ten minutes.
- Stir in rice noodles, fish sauce, and brown sugar; cook until noodles are tender (around five minutes).
- Mix in green onions, cilantro, basil, and lime juice; adjust seasoning if needed.
- Serve hot.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: Thai
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (approximately 350g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 11g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 70mg