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Thai Chicken Curry Soup

Comforting Thai Chicken Curry Soup Ready in 20 Minutes

This Thai Chicken Curry Soup is a quick and flavorful dish, perfect for busy weeknights.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 4 cups
Course: Soups
Cuisine: Thai
Calories: 350

Ingredients
  

For the Soup Base
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil or any neutral oil
  • 1/2 medium Onion, chopped finely yellow or white onion works best
  • 1 teaspoon Fresh Ginger, grated substitute with ground ginger if necessary
  • 3 cloves Garlic, minced
  • 4 tablespoons Thai Red Curry Paste adjust based on desired spiciness
  • 4 cups Chicken or Vegetable Broth low-sodium preferred
  • 2 cups Water
  • Juice of 1 Lime use fresh for best flavor
For Texture and Creaminess
  • 3.5 ounces Rice Noodles, uncooked can be substituted with other noodles
  • 1 can Coconut Milk, full-fat light coconut milk can be used
For Toppings and Garnish
  • 2 cups Shredded Cooked Chicken leftover rotisserie chicken preferred
  • Generous handful Fresh Basil, torn or Thai basil for authenticity
  • Handful Fresh Cilantro, chopped
  • to taste Chopped Scallions for garnish
  • to taste Salt & Pepper adjust based on broth saltiness
  • for serving Lime Wedges optional

Equipment

  • Large Pot

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a large pot, heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil over medium-high heat. Once shimmering, add 1/2 finely chopped onion and sauté for about 5 minutes until soft.
  2. Stir in 1 teaspoon of grated fresh ginger, 3 minced garlic cloves, and 4 heaping tablespoons of Thai red curry paste. Cook for an additional 30 seconds.
  3. Pour in 4 cups of chicken or vegetable broth and 2 cups of water, stirring to combine. Add the juice of 1 lime, increase heat to high, and bring to a gentle boil.
  4. Once boiling, add 3.5 ounces of uncooked rice noodles. Reduce heat slightly and let the soup simmer for about 5 minutes until noodles are tender.
  5. Stir in 1 can of full-fat coconut milk and 2 cups of shredded cooked chicken. Lower the heat to medium-low and let simmer for another 10 minutes.
  6. Add a generous handful of torn fresh basil, a handful of chopped cilantro, and scallions to taste. Season with salt and pepper.
  7. Ladle the soup into bowls and serve immediately, garnished with lime wedges.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 25gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 60mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 3gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 100mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Prep ahead by chopping vegetables and herbs. Use low-sodium broth for better flavor control.

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