A rich and creamy Northern Thai curry noodle soup made with coconut milk, tender chicken, and flavorful spices, topped with crispy fried noodles and garnished with fresh herbs.
Ingredients
For the Soup Base:
- 2 tbsp vegetable oil
- 2 tbsp red curry paste
- 1 tbsp yellow curry powder
- 1 can (400 ml) coconut milk
- 3 cups chicken broth
- 1 lb (450 g) chicken thighs or drumsticks
- 1 tbsp fish sauce
- 1 tsp sugar
For the Noodles:
- 8 oz egg noodles, cooked according to package instructions
- 1 cup egg noodles (for frying, optional)
For Garnish:
- Fresh cilantro leaves
- Sliced shallots
- Pickled mustard greens (optional)
- Lime wedges
- Red chili oil
Preparation Time:
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
Serves:
4 people
Instructions
- Prepare the Curry Base:
- Heat vegetable oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add the red curry paste and yellow curry powder, and sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
- Add Coconut Milk and Broth:
- Stir in the coconut milk and chicken broth. Bring to a gentle simmer.
- Cook the Chicken:
- Add the chicken thighs or drumsticks to the pot. Simmer for 20-25 minutes until the chicken is cooked through and tender.
- Season the Soup:
- Stir in fish sauce and sugar. Taste and adjust seasoning as needed.
- Fry the Noodles (Optional):
- Heat oil in a small pan and fry a portion of the egg noodles until crispy. Drain on paper towels.
- Assemble the Soup:
- Divide the cooked egg noodles among serving bowls. Ladle the curry soup over the noodles and top each bowl with a piece of chicken.
- Garnish and Serve:
- Garnish with fried noodles, fresh cilantro, shallots, pickled mustard greens (if using), and a drizzle of red chili oil. Serve with lime wedges.
Nutritional Information (Per Serving):
- Calories: 450 kcal
- Protein: 25g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fat: 25g
- Sodium: 600mg
Notes
- Substitute chicken with beef, tofu, or shrimp for variety.
- Adjust the spice level by adding more or less red curry paste.
- Leftovers can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 2 days and reheated gently.
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