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Quick Khao Soi with Pre-made Curry Paste
45 mintime
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4Servings
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Nutrition facts
650 kcalCalories
35 gProtein
40 gCarbs
35 gFat

Per serving · Approximate values estimated by AI

Quick Khao Soi with Pre-made Curry Paste

70% authentic · Thai-inspired

A simplified version of Khao Soi, using store-bought curry paste and fewer steps for a faster, yet still delicious, weeknight meal.

Ingredients

Servings4
  • Chicken breast1.5 lbs, thinly sliced
  • Coconut milk2 cans (13.5 oz each)
  • Thai red curry paste3-4 tbsp
  • Egg noodles12 oz
  • Chicken broth1 cup
  • Shallots1/2 cup, thinly sliced
  • Garlic2 cloves, minced
  • Fish sauce1.5 tbsp
  • Brown sugar1 tsp
  • Lime juice1 tbsp
  • Vegetable oil1 tbsp
  • Lime wedgesfor garnish
  • Fresh cilantrofor garnish
  • Saltto taste
  • Wateras needed

Steps

  1. 1

    Heat vegetable oil in a pot over medium heat. Sauté shallots until softened, then add garlic and cook for 30 seconds.

  2. 2

    Add Thai red curry paste and cook, stirring, for 1 minute until fragrant.

  3. 3

    Pour in 1 can of coconut milk and stir well. Add sliced chicken breast and cook until no longer pink.

  4. 4

    Add chicken broth and the second can of coconut milk. Bring to a simmer and cook for 10-15 minutes, until chicken is cooked through.

  5. 5

    Stir in fish sauce, brown sugar, and lime juice. Taste and adjust seasoning with salt if needed.

  6. 6

    Meanwhile, cook egg noodles according to package directions. Drain.

  7. 7

    Serve the curry soup over the cooked noodles in bowls. Garnish with lime wedges and fresh cilantro.

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