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Quick & Creamy Thai Coconut Curry Soup

A close-up of a bowl of vibrant, creamy coconut curry soup filled with chicken, carrots, mushrooms, and fresh cilantro.
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Whip up this incredibly flavorful Thai Coconut Curry Soup! It is fast, creamy, and packed with authentic spices. This one-pot wonder is perfect for a cozy weeknight dinner and tastes better than takeout. Follow along for restaurant quality soup at home!

Ingredients

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  • 1 tablespoon coconut oil
  • 1 medium onion, diced
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 red bell pepper, diced
  • 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, grated
  • 2 tablespoons red curry paste (adjust to your spice preference)
  • 4 cups chicken or vegetable broth
  • 1 (13.5 ounce) can full-fat coconut milk
  • 1 pound chicken breast, cut into bite-sized pieces (or use shrimp or tofu for variation)
  • 1 cup sliced mushrooms
  • 1 cup chopped carrots
  • 1 tablespoon fish sauce (optional)
  • 1 teaspoon brown sugar
  • Juice of 1 lime
  • Fresh cilantro and lime wedges, for garnish
  • Cooked rice noodles or rice, for serving

Instructions

  1. Heat the coconut oil in a large pot or Dutch oven over medium heat. Add the diced onion and cook until softened, about 5 minutes.
  2. Add the minced garlic, grated ginger, and diced red bell pepper to the pot. Cook for 2 minutes until fragrant.
  3. Stir in the red curry paste and cook for 1 minute, stirring constantly to toast the spices.
  4. Pour in the broth and coconut milk. Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer.
  5. Add the chicken pieces, mushrooms, and carrots. Cook until the chicken is cooked through and the vegetables are tender, about 8-10 minutes.
  6. Stir in the fish sauce (if using), brown sugar, and lime juice. Taste and adjust seasoning as needed.
  7. Serve the soup hot over rice noodles or rice. Garnish generously with fresh cilantro and a wedge of lime.

Notes

  • For a vegan version, substitute the chicken with firm tofu cubes and use vegetable broth instead of chicken broth.
  • If you are planning your weekly meals, this soup is great for meal planning because leftovers reheat well.
  • If you are looking for quick dinner ideas that skip the hassle of meal delivery companies, this recipe is a winner.
  • For extra flavor, add a splash of lime juice right before serving.

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