How to Make Thai Curry Soup - A Step-by-Step Guide

Thai cuisine is renowned for its bold and aromatic flavors, and one of the most beloved dishes from this vibrant culinary tradition is Thai curry soup. This dish is a harmonious blend of creamy coconut milk, fragrant herbs and spices, and tender vegetables, creating a bowl of comforting and satisfying soup that is a delight for the senses.

Thai curry soup can be made in a variety of ways, incorporating different types of curry pastes, proteins, and vegetables to create a unique and pe...

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Ingredients

  • 2 ounces rice noodles (pad thai noodles)
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 clove garlic, minced
  • 1 ½ tablespoons minced lemongrass
  • 1 teaspoon ground ginger
  • 2 teaspoons red curry paste
  • 1 (32 ounce) carton chicken broth
  • 2 tablespoons soy sauce
  • 1 tablespoon white sugar
  • 1 (13.5 ounce) can reduced-fat coconut milk
  • 1 (10 ounce) bag baby spinach leaves
  • ½ cup peeled and deveined medium shrimp
  • ½ cup sliced mushrooms
  • ¼ cup chopped cilantro
  • 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
  • 2 green onions, thinly sliced

Information

  • Prep Time: 15 mins
  • Cook Time: 40 mins
  • Total Time: 55 mins
  • Servings: 4

  • Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Add rice noodles and cook until tender yet firm to the bite, about 3 minutes. Drain and rinse well with cold water to stop the cooking; set aside.
  • Heat oil in a large saucepan over medium heat. Stir in garlic, lemongrass, and ginger; cook and stir until aromatic, 30 to 60 seconds. Add curry paste and cook for 30 seconds. Pour in about 1/2 cup chicken broth and stir until curry paste has dissolved, then add soy sauce, sugar, and remaining chicken broth. Bring to a boil, then reduce the heat to medium-low. Cover partially and simmer for 20 minutes.
  • Stir in coconut milk, spinach, shrimp, mushrooms, cilantro, and lime juice. Increase the heat to medium-high and simmer until shrimp are bright pink on the outside and the meat is opaque, about 5 minutes.
  • To serve, place some rice noodles into each serving bowl and ladle soup over the top. Garnish each bowl with a sprinkling of sliced green onion.
  • Nutrition

    247 cal.

    • Total Fat: 13g
    • Saturated Fat: 6g
    • Cholesterol: 30mg
    • Sodium: 1695mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 24g
    • Dietary Fiber: 2g
    • Total Sugars: 5g
    • Protein: 8g
    • Vitamin C: 25mg
    • Calcium: 91mg
    • Iron: 3mg
    • Potassium: 535mg