wakabalo
Novice Foodie
Sawasdee, food enthusiasts! Get ready to savor the aromatic flavors of Thailand with this Thai-Inspired Coconut Curry Noodle Soup. This fusion dish combines creamy coconut milk, fragrant Thai curry paste, tender chicken or tofu, and chewy rice noodles, all simmered together in a flavorful broth infused with lemongrass, ginger, and lime. With its harmonious blend of sweet, spicy, and tangy flavors, each spoonful is a taste of Thai cuisine at its finest. Let's dive in and elevate your dinner table with this delicious fusion creation!
Ingredients:
Ingredients:
- 8 ounces rice noodles
- 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
- 1 onion, thinly sliced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon grated ginger
- 2 tablespoons Thai red curry paste
- 4 cups chicken or vegetable broth
- 1 can (13.5 ounces) coconut milk
- 2 tablespoons fish sauce (or soy sauce for vegetarian/vegan option)
- 1 tablespoon brown sugar
- 2 stalks lemongrass, bruised and cut into pieces
- 2 cups cooked shredded chicken or cubed tofu
- 1 red bell pepper, thinly sliced
- 1 cup sliced mushrooms
- 1 cup baby spinach leaves
- Juice of 1 lime
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- Fresh cilantro leaves, for garnish
- Sliced red chili, for garnish (optional)
- Lime wedges, for serving
- Cook the rice noodles according to the package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- Heat vegetable oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add thinly sliced onion and cook until softened, about 5 minutes.
- Add minced garlic, grated ginger, and Thai red curry paste to the pot. Cook for another 2-3 minutes, stirring frequently, until fragrant.
- Pour chicken or vegetable broth into the pot, stirring to combine. Add coconut milk, fish sauce (or soy sauce), brown sugar, and bruised lemongrass stalks. Bring the mixture to a simmer.
- Once the broth is simmering, add cooked shredded chicken or cubed tofu, thinly sliced red bell pepper, sliced mushrooms, and baby spinach leaves to the pot. Simmer for 5-7 minutes, or until the vegetables are tender.
- Stir in cooked rice noodles and lime juice. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Remove the pot from heat and discard the lemongrass stalks.
- Ladle the Thai-inspired coconut curry noodle soup into serving bowls.
- Garnish each bowl with fresh cilantro leaves and sliced red chili, if desired.
- Serve the soup hot, with lime wedges on the side for squeezing over the soup.
- Enjoy your aromatic and flavorful coconut curry noodle soup, a delicious fusion of Thai flavors that will transport you to the bustling streets of Bangkok with every spoonful!