Thai Shrimp Noodle Soup - Coconut and Lemongrass

Added by kocky, September 25, 2024
soups → noodle-soup
Thai cuisine

This Thai shrimp noodle soup is a perfect balance of spicy, creamy, and fragrant flavors. It uses coconut milk, shrimp, red curry paste, and rice noodles for a comforting meal.

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Recipe:

Ingrediens

• 1 lb jumbo shrimp (peeled, deveined)
• 200g rice noodles
• 2 cups coconut milk (full fat)
• 4 cups chicken or vegetable broth
• 2 tbsp Thai red curry paste
• 1 tbsp fish sauce
• 1 tsp soy sauce
• 1 tbsp brown sugar
• 2 stalks lemongrass (bruised)
• 2 kaffir lime leaves
• 1 red bell pepper (thinly sliced)
• 2 cloves garlic (minced)
• 1-inch piece ginger (minced)
• 1 tbsp lime juice
• Fresh cilantro, Thai basil, green onions for garnish
• Sliced red chili (optional)

Directions

1. Prepare the Shrimp: Peel and devein the shrimp, set aside.
2. Cook the Aromatics: Heat oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add garlic, ginger, and lemongrass. Cook for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
3. Add the Curry Paste: Stir in the Thai red curry paste and cook for another minute.
4. Make the Broth: Pour in the chicken broth, coconut milk, fish sauce, soy sauce, brown sugar, and kaffir lime leaves. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 10 minutes.
5. Cook the Shrimp: Add shrimp and red bell pepper to the pot. Cook for 3-4 minutes until shrimp turn opaque.
6. Prepare the Noodles: While the soup is simmering, cook the rice noodles according to package instructions.
7. Finish the Soup: Remove the lemongrass and kaffir lime leaves from the soup. Add the lime juice and cooked noodles.
8. Garnish and Serve: Top with cilantro, Thai basil, green onions, and sliced chili for added heat.

Nutrition Facts

Tips and Tricks

1. Use Fresh Ingredients: Fresh lemongrass and kaffir lime leaves bring authentic flavor.
2. Don’t Overcook the Shrimp: Shrimp cooks quickly, so keep an eye on it to avoid it turning rubbery.
3. Adjust the Spice Level: Add more or less red curry paste or fresh chilies to suit your spice preference.
4. Customize Your Noodles: Rice noodles are traditional, but you can use egg noodles or vermicelli for a different texture.

Historical & Cultural Overview

Thai noodle soups like this shrimp variety are deeply rooted in the country's rich culinary traditions. Combining local ingredients like lemongrass, kaffir lime leaves, and coconut milk, the dish is influenced by various regions, each offering a unique twist to this comforting soup. It's a reflection of Thailand's love for balancing salty, sweet, sour, and spicy flavors.

Reviews & Rating

John B. :

October 2, 2024

Thx for recipe :)