Description
Warm up with this flavorful and spicy Thai red curry soup! Creamy coconut milk, vibrant vegetables, fragrant aromatics, and tender noodles come together to create a comforting bowl bursting with rich, authentic flavors. This easy-to-make dish is perfect for busy weeknights or when you’re craving a delicious Thai-inspired meal at home.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 tablespoons of avocado oil or extra virgin 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 tablespoon freshly grated ginger
- 1/4 cup red curry paste
- 6 cups of chicken broth or vegetable stock
- 1 14 oz can of creamy full-fat coconut milk
- 3 tablespoons fish sauce
- 4 –5 oz ramen or rice noodles (adjust based on preference)
- 1 tablespoon of freshly squeezed lime juice (with additional juice for adjusting flavor as desired)
- 1/2 cup fresh cilantro (chopped, plus extra for garnish)
- Lime wedges (for serving)
Instructions
- Sauté the Vegetables : In a large pot or Dutch oven, heat the avocado oil over medium heat. Add the diced onion, red bell pepper, and carrots. Cook the vegetables until they begin to soften, approximately 4 to 5 minutes.
- Add Aromatics : Stir in the minced garlic and freshly grated ginger. Sauté for another 1-2 minutes, until fragrant.
- Incorporate the Red Curry Paste : Add the red curry paste to the pot, stirring it into the vegetables until everything is well-coated and the curry paste begins to release its aroma, about 1 minute.
- Add the broth and coconut milk to the mixture : Add the chicken broth or vegetable stock and coconut milk to the pot, stirring to combine. Bring the mixture to a simmer.
- Add Fish Sauce and Noodles : Stir in the fish sauce, then add the ramen or rice noodles. Let the soup simmer for about 5-7 minutes or until the noodles are tender.
- Finish with Lime Juice and Cilantro : Remove the soup from heat. Stir in the fresh lime juice and 1/2 cup of chopped cilantro. Sample the dish and modify the seasoning by adding more lime juice or salt to taste, if needed.
- Serve : Scoop the soup into individual bowls, top with additional cilantro, and accompany with lime wedges for squeezing on the side. Enjoy this spicy, fragrant, and comforting Thai-inspired soup!
Notes
- Adjusting Heat Levels: For a milder soup, reduce the amount of red curry paste. For extra spice, add a pinch of red chili flakes or a chopped Thai chili.
- Substitutions: Use soy sauce or tamari instead of fish sauce for a vegetarian version. Substitute ramen noodles with udon, soba, or rice noodles for variety.
- Protein Options: Add shrimp, chicken, tofu, or even scallops for a protein-packed meal.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Thai-inspired