Description
Indulge in the vibrant flavors of Spicy Thai Chicken Noodle Soup with Coconut and Lime, a comforting dish that brings the essence of Thailand to your kitchen. This delightful soup features a rich and aromatic broth infused with creamy coconut milk and zesty lime, making it perfect for cozy evenings or impressing guests at dinner. Packed with tender shredded chicken and colorful vegetables, this recipe is not only delicious but also nutritious, offering a balance of flavors that will leave your taste buds dancing. Whether enjoyed on its own or paired with crusty bread, this easy-to-make soup is sure to become a favorite in your home.
Ingredients
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- 2 large cloves garlic
- 1 medium onion
- 1 red bell pepper
- 2 tablespoons ginger paste
- 1 tablespoon lemongrass paste
- 2 tablespoons red curry paste
- 1 tablespoon cilantro paste
- 1 tablespoon red chili paste
- 2 tablespoons coconut oil
- 1 lime, zested and juiced
- 1 tablespoon fish sauce
- 4 cups chicken stock
- 1 (13.5 oz) can coconut milk
- 2 cups shredded chicken
- 7 oz rice noodles
- 1 bunch of cilantro, leaves chopped
- 4–5 green onions, thinly sliced
- 1 green chile, sliced, seeds removed
- 1 red chile, sliced, seeds removed
Instructions
- In a food processor, blend garlic, onion, red bell pepper, ginger paste, lemongrass paste, red curry paste, cilantro paste, red chili paste, and coconut oil until smooth.
- Heat a medium pot over medium heat; fry the blended paste for 2-3 minutes until fragrant.
- Add chicken stock and coconut milk; bring to a boil then simmer for 10 minutes.
- Cook rice noodles according to package instructions; drain and set aside.
- Stir in shredded chicken and let warm through; add fish sauce, lime juice, and zest.
- Combine cooked noodles with the soup before serving; garnish with cilantro and sliced chilies.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: Thai
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (approximately 400g)
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 16g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 75mg