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Quick 30 Minute Khao Soi
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Quick 30 Minute Khao Soi

A fragrant Northern Thai coconut curry noodle soup that delivers authentic flavors in a fraction of the traditional time.

Prep Time

10 min

Cook Time

20 min

Servings

4

Ingredients

  • 3 tablespoons Red curry paste
  • 1 tablespoon Curry powder
  • 0.5 teaspoon Turmeric powder
  • 28 ounces Full-fat coconut milk
  • 2 cups Chicken broth
  • 1 pound Chicken breast or thighs, thinly sliced
  • 2 tablespoons Fish sauce
  • 1 tablespoon Palm sugar or brown sugar
  • 12 ounces Egg noodles (fresh or dried)
  • 2 tablespoons Vegetable oil
  • 1 set Shallots, pickled mustard greens, and lime wedges(optional)

Instructions

  1. 1

    Bring a large pot of water to a boil and cook 3/4 of the egg noodles according to package directions; drain and set aside.

  2. 2

    Heat oil in a large pot over medium heat and fry the remaining 1/4 of the dry noodles until crispy and golden; remove and drain on paper towels.

  3. 3

    In the same pot, add red curry paste, curry powder, and turmeric, stirring for 2 minutes until fragrant.

  4. 4

    Pour in the coconut milk and chicken broth, bringing the mixture to a gentle simmer.

  5. 5

    Add the sliced chicken to the broth and cook for 5-7 minutes until the chicken is tender and fully cooked.

  6. 6

    Stir in the fish sauce and sugar, adjusting the seasoning to balance salty, sweet, and spicy flavors.

  7. 7

    Divide the cooked soft noodles into four bowls and ladle the hot curry chicken soup over them.

  8. 8

    Top each bowl with the reserved crispy noodles and serve with shallots, lime, and mustard greens on the side.

Nutrition Facts

Calories

580

kcal

Protein

32

g

Carbs

45

g

Fat

34

g

Fiber

2

g

Sugar

6

g

Sodium

1150

mg

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