Description
Savory Thai-inspired curry chicken soup brings together rich, aromatic spices with hearty ingredients that dance across your palate. Comfort meets global flavor in this simple yet sophisticated bowl that welcomes hungry diners to explore Southeast Asian culinary traditions.
Ingredients
Scale
Proteins:
- 2 cups shredded cooked chicken
- 4 cups chicken or vegetable stock
Noodles and Base:
- 100 grams uncooked rice noodles
- 1 can full-fat coconut milk (13.5 ounces)
- 4 cups water
Aromatics and Seasonings:
- 1/2 medium onion, finely chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon fresh grated ginger
- 4 heaping tablespoons Thai red curry paste
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- Juice of 1 lime
- Salt and pepper, as desired
Herbs and Garnish:
- Generous handful fresh torn basil
- Handful chopped fresh cilantro
- Chopped green onions, to taste
- Optional: lime wedges for serving
Instructions
- Warm olive oil in a large pot over medium-high heat, sautéing chopped onions until they become soft and translucent, approximately 5 minutes.
- Introduce grated ginger, minced garlic, and curry paste, stirring continuously for 30 seconds to release their aromatic essence.
- Combine chicken or vegetable stock, water, and lime juice in the pot, then add rice noodles and bring the mixture to a gentle boil over high heat.
- Pour in coconut milk and incorporate shredded chicken, reducing heat to medium-low and allowing the soup to simmer for 10 minutes, enabling flavors to harmonize.
- Fold in fresh basil, cilantro, and chopped green onions, then season with salt and pepper to achieve a balanced taste profile.
- Ladle the steaming soup into bowls and enhance with optional lime wedges for a bright, citrusy finish.
Notes
- Customize the heat level by adjusting the amount of curry paste, using mild for sensitive palates or adding extra for spice lovers.
- Swap chicken with tofu or chickpeas to create a vegetarian version that maintains the rich, aromatic profile.
- For gluten-free adaptation, ensure using gluten-free curry paste and verify all ingredient labels carefully.
- Prep ingredients beforehand to streamline cooking process and reduce overall meal preparation time.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner, Appetizer
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Thai
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 390 kcal
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 650 mg
- Fat: 22 g
- Saturated Fat: 18 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 27 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 23 g
- Cholesterol: 70 mg