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Thai Red Curry Noodle Soup

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This Thai red curry noodle soup is creamy, spicy, and comforting with a rich coconut curry broth, tender noodles, fresh vegetables, and customizable protein options.

  • Author: Emma
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Total Time: 35 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings
  • Category: Soup
  • Method: Simmering
  • Cuisine: Thai
  • Diet: Gluten Free

Ingredients

  • 2 tbsp oil (vegetable or coconut)
  • 1 medium onion, diced
  • 3 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1 tbsp fresh ginger, grated
  • 3 tbsp red curry paste
  • 1 can (14 oz) coconut milk
  • 4 cups chicken or vegetable broth
  • 2 tbsp fish sauce or soy sauce
  • 2 tbsp lime juice
  • 1 tsp sugar (optional, for balance)
  • 8 oz rice noodles
  • 2 cups mixed vegetables (bell peppers, carrots, mushrooms, spinach, etc.)
  • 12 oz chicken, shrimp, or tofu (protein of choice)
  • Fresh cilantro or Thai basil, for garnish
  • Lime wedges, for serving

Instructions

  1. Heat oil in a large pot over medium heat. Sauté onion, garlic, and ginger until fragrant.
  2. Stir in red curry paste and cook for 1 minute.
  3. Add coconut milk and broth. Bring to a gentle simmer.
  4. Season with fish sauce, lime juice, and sugar if using.
  5. Add vegetables and cook until tender.
  6. Add protein of choice and simmer until fully cooked.
  7. Meanwhile, cook rice noodles separately according to package directions. Drain.
  8. Divide noodles into serving bowls. Ladle hot curry soup over noodles.
  9. Garnish with fresh herbs and serve with lime wedges.

Notes

  • Add a spoonful of peanut butter for a nutty twist.
  • Adjust heat by adding extra curry paste or chili slices.
  • Swap rice noodles with egg noodles or zucchini noodles for variation.
  • Store broth separately from noodles to prevent sogginess.
  • Reheat soup gently on the stove and cook fresh noodles for serving.

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