Description
A fragrant and creamy Thai Coconut Curry Soup that perfectly blends spicy, sweet, and savory flavors using coconut milk, red curry paste, fresh vegetables, and your choice of chicken or tofu for protein. This comforting soup is easy to prepare and makes a delicious, healthy meal.
Ingredients
Base
- 1 tbsp oil
- 1 onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tbsp ginger, grated
- 2 tbsp red curry paste
Liquids
- 4 cups vegetable broth
- 1 can (13.5 oz) coconut milk
- 1 tbsp soy sauce
- Juice of 1 lime
Vegetables
- 1 cup mushrooms, sliced
- 1 red bell pepper, sliced
Protein
- 1 cup cooked chicken or tofu
Instructions
- Sauté Aromatics: Heat 1 tbsp of oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add the chopped onion, minced garlic, and grated ginger. Cook, stirring frequently, until the onion is soft and translucent, about 5 minutes.
- Add Curry Paste: Stir in 2 tbsp of red curry paste and cook for 1 minute to release its flavors, stirring continuously to prevent burning.
- Add Liquids and Simmer: Pour in 4 cups of vegetable broth and 1 can of coconut milk. Stir well, then bring the mixture to a gentle simmer over medium heat.
- Cook Vegetables and Protein: Add the sliced mushrooms, sliced red bell pepper, and 1 cup of cooked chicken or tofu to the pot. Continue to simmer for 10-15 minutes until the vegetables are tender and the protein is heated through.
- Season the Soup: Stir in 1 tbsp of soy sauce and the juice of 1 lime. Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary.
- Serve: Ladle the hot soup into bowls and optionally garnish with fresh herbs such as cilantro or Thai basil. Serve immediately for best flavor.
Notes
- Use tofu instead of chicken for a vegetarian option.
- Adjust the amount of red curry paste to increase or decrease the spice level.
- Add cooked noodles such as rice noodles or egg noodles to make the soup heartier.
- For a gluten-free version, use gluten-free soy sauce.
- Fresh herbs like cilantro or Thai basil make excellent garnishes.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Thai
