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Tasty Apprentice
Hello, fellow foodies! Today, we're taking you on a flavorful journey to Northern Thailand with a classic and comforting dish – Khao Soi! This creamy coconut curry noodle soup is rich, spicy, and absolutely delightful. Perfect for any day of the week. Ready to dive in? Let’s get cooking!
Ingredients:
For the Curry Paste:
- 5 dried red chilies, soaked and de-seeded
- 3 shallots, chopped
- 5 cloves garlic, chopped
- 1-inch piece of ginger, chopped
- 1 stalk lemongrass, chopped
- 1 teaspoon turmeric powder
- 1 teaspoon curry powder
- 1 tablespoon shrimp paste
For the Soup:
- 500g chicken thighs, cut into bite-sized pieces
- 1 can (400ml) coconut milk
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 2 tablespoons fish sauce
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon palm sugar (or brown sugar)
- 200g egg noodles (half for frying, half for boiling)
For Garnish:
- Fresh cilantro leaves
- Sliced red onions
- Pickled mustard greens
- Lime wedges
- Fried egg noodles
Instructions:
- Prepare the Curry Paste:
- In a blender or mortar and pestle, combine dried chilies, shallots, garlic, ginger, lemongrass, turmeric powder, curry powder, and shrimp paste. Blend until smooth.
- Make the Soup:
- In a large pot, heat a bit of oil over medium heat. Add the curry paste and sauté until fragrant.
- Add the chicken pieces and cook until they start to brown.
- Pour in the coconut milk and chicken broth, stirring well to combine.
- Add fish sauce, soy sauce, and palm sugar. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 30 minutes.
- Prepare the Noodles:
- Cook half of the egg noodles according to package instructions, then drain and set aside.
- In a separate pan, heat oil and fry the remaining egg noodles until crispy. Drain on paper towels.
- Serve:
- Divide the cooked noodles into bowls and ladle the hot soup over them, ensuring each bowl gets some chicken.
- Top with fried egg noodles for added crunch.
- Garnish:
- Garnish with fresh cilantro, sliced red onions, pickled mustard greens, and a squeeze of lime juice.
Serving Suggestion:
- Serve Khao Soi hot, accompanied by additional lime wedges and condiments like chili flakes and extra fish sauce for those who want to adjust the seasoning.