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Thai Curry Chicken Soup

Irresistible Thai Curry Chicken Soup: Quick Comfort in a Bowl

This Thai Curry Chicken Soup is a warm, comforting dish that blends rich flavors, perfect for chilly evenings.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 bowls
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Thai
Calories: 400
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Soup Base
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil substitute with coconut or avocado oil if desired
  • 1 medium Onion use shallots or leeks as a substitute
  • 1 tablespoon Ginger fresh ginger is best
  • 3 cloves Garlic fresh garlic is ideal
  • 2 tablespoons Thai Red Curry Paste adjust to taste
  • 4 cups Chicken Broth vegetable broth for vegetarian
  • 1 cup Water adjust for consistency
For the Finished Dish
  • 4 oz Rice Noodles substitute with whole grain or gluten-free noodles if needed
  • 1 can Coconut Milk use lite coconut milk for lower-fat
  • 1 lb Chicken tofu or chickpeas for vegetarian option
For Garnishing
  • 1 tablespoon Lime Juice lemon juice can also be used
  • Fresh Basil
  • Cilantro
  • Scallions

Equipment

  • Large pot

Method
 

Cooking Steps
  1. Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium-high heat. Add the chopped onion and sauté for about 5 minutes until it becomes translucent and fragrant.
  2. Stir in the ginger, garlic, and Thai red curry paste. Cook for 30 seconds, allowing the spices to release their wonderful aroma and flavors.
  3. Pour in the chicken broth and water, then add the lime juice and rice noodles. Bring the mixture to a gentle boil, stirring occasionally.
  4. Add the creamy coconut milk and diced chicken to the pot. Lower the heat to medium-low and let it simmer for about 10 minutes until the chicken is cooked through.
  5. Stir in fresh basil, cilantro, and scallions, and season with salt and pepper. Mix well, allowing the herbs to infuse their freshness into the soup.
  6. Ladle the soup into bowls and garnish with lime wedges for a zesty kick. Enjoy your comforting bowl of goodness!

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 400kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 25gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 3gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 10IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 2mgIron: 10mg

Notes

This recipe is adaptable; feel free to swap out chicken for tofu or add seasonal veggies.

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