Name: Thai Red Curry Noodle Soup Recipe
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 25 min
Cuisine: Thai
Ingredients: 1 tbsp olive oil; 1 onion, chopped; 2 cloves garlic, minced; 1 tbsp fresh ginger, grated; 2 tbsp red curry paste; 1 can (14 oz) coconut milk; 3 cups chicken broth; 2 tbsp soy sauce; 1 tbsp lime juice; 8 oz rice noodles; 1/2 cup spinach, chopped; 1/2 cup cilantro, chopped; 1 red bell pepper, thinly sliced

Description

This vibrant Thai Red Curry Noodle Soup combines aromatic spices, creamy coconut milk, and fresh vegetables with tender rice noodles to deliver a comforting and flavorful meal in just 25 minutes. Perfectly balanced with tangy lime, savory soy sauce, and fragrant herbs, this easy-to-make soup makes for a satisfying lunch or dinner.

Ingredients

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Main Ingredients

1 tbsp olive oil
1 onion, chopped
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 tbsp fresh ginger, grated
2 tbsp red curry paste
1 can (14 oz) coconut milk
3 cups chicken broth
2 tbsp soy sauce
1 tbsp lime juice
8 oz rice noodles
1/2 cup spinach, chopped
1/2 cup cilantro, chopped
1 red bell pepper, thinly sliced

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Instructions

Sauté Aromatics: Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add chopped onion, garlic, and grated ginger. Sauté for 3–4 minutes until the mixture is fragrant and the onion becomes translucent.
Add Curry Paste: Stir in red curry paste and cook for 1 minute to deepen the flavor and release the spices’ aroma.
Make the Broth: Pour in the coconut milk, chicken broth, soy sauce, and lime juice. Stir well to combine all ingredients and bring the mixture to a gentle simmer.
Cook Noodles: Add the rice noodles directly to the simmering broth. Cook for 5–7 minutes or until the noodles become tender and fully cooked.
Add Vegetables: Stir in chopped spinach, cilantro, and thinly sliced red bell pepper. Allow the soup to simmer for an additional 2 minutes so the vegetables soften slightly without losing their freshness.
Serve: Ladle the hot soup into bowls and garnish with extra cilantro and lime wedges for added brightness and flavor. Serve immediately.

Notes

You can substitute chicken broth with vegetable broth for a vegetarian version.
Adjust the amount of red curry paste to control the spice level.
Rice noodles cook quickly; keep an eye on them to prevent overcooking and mushiness.
Fresh lime wedges on the side enhance the tanginess if desired.
For added protein, consider adding cooked chicken, shrimp, or tofu.