Easy Thai Chicken Curry Soup (Print Version)
# Ingredients:
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1 tablespoon olive oil
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1/2 medium onion, chopped finely
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1 teaspoon grated fresh ginger
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3 cloves garlic, minced
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4 heaping tablespoons Thai red curry paste
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4 cups chicken or vegetable broth
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2 cups water
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Juice of 1 lime
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3.5 ounces uncooked rice noodles
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1 (13.5 ounce) can full-fat coconut milk
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2 cups shredded cooked chicken
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Generous handful of fresh basil, torn
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Handful of fresh cilantro, chopped
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Chopped scallions, to taste
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Salt and pepper, to taste
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Lime wedges for serving (optional)
# Instructions:
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Add the olive oil and onion to a large pot over medium-high heat. Sauté for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
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Stir in the ginger, garlic, and curry paste, and cook for about 30 seconds.
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Add the broth, water, lime juice, and noodles. Increase heat to high and bring to a gentle boil.
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Stir in the coconut milk and chicken. Reduce heat to medium-low and let the soup simmer for 10 minutes.
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Stir in the basil, cilantro, and scallions. Season with salt and pepper as needed.
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Serve immediately with an extra wedge of lime on the side if desired. Note: the noodles will soak up more liquid the longer you leave the soup; add more chicken broth when reheating if needed.
# Notes:
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Prep ingredients while cooking to save time, such as chopping herbs while the soup simmers.
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Rice noodles vary by brand and size. Use thicker noodles (3 mm) for better texture.
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Adjust the quantity of Thai curry paste based on your spice preference.