Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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4
servings
2 tbsp

vegetable oil

1 tbsp

garlic

finely chopped

2 tbsp

red curry paste

0.75 lb

boneless beef

thinly sliced crosswise into 2-inch strips

2 cup

unsweetened coconut milk

1.75 cup

chicken broth

2 tsp

ground turmeric

2 tsp

dark soy sauce

1 tsp

sugar

1 tsp

salt

2 tbsp

freshly squeezed lime juice

1.5 lb

angel hair pasta

0.33 cup

shallot

coarsely chopped

0.33 cup

fresh cilantro

coarsely chopped

0.33 cup

green onion

thinly sliced

Step 1
~6 min

Heat vegetable oil in a saucepan over medium heat, add garlic and red curry paste. Stir and mash for about 1 minute until fragrant.

Step 2
~6 min

Add sliced beef and cook for 1-2 minutes, browning evenly and mixing with the curry paste.

Step 3
~6 min

Pour in coconut milk, chicken broth, turmeric, soy sauce, sugar, and salt. Stir well.

Step 4
~6 min

Bring to a gentle boil, then reduce heat to a lively simmer. Cook for about 10 minutes, or until beef is cooked through.

Step 5
~6 min

Stir in lime juice, remove from heat, and cover to keep curry warm.

Step 6
~6 min

Cook noodles in boiling water until tender but still firm. Drain and rinse with cold water.

Step 7
~6 min

Divide noodles among serving bowls. Ladle hot curry over the noodles.

Step 8
~6 min

Sprinkle with chopped shallots, cilantro, and green onions. Serve hot.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Garnish with pickled mustard greens for an authentic touch.

Adjust the amount of curry paste to suit your spice preference.

Top with crispy fried noodles for added texture.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

15 minutes

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

Curry can be made a day ahead.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Medium
Smell Intensity
Strong
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve hot immediately after preparation.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Thai spring rolls
Green papaya salad

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

Northern Thailand

Cultural Significance

Popular street food in Chiang Mai, often eaten during festivals.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Songkran (Thai New Year)

Occasion Tags

Weeknight dinner
Casual gathering

Popularity Score

70/100

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