Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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6
servings
2 unit

Rice Noodles

Cooked

1 tbsp

Olive Oil

3 clove

Garlic

Minced

2 tbsp

Lemon Grass

Minced

1 tsp

Ginger

Grated

2 tsp

Red Curry Paste

6 cup

Chicken Broth

2 tbsp

Soy Sauce

1 tbsp

White Sugar

14 unit

Coconut Milk

Reduced Fat

0.5 cup

Shrimp

Peeled and Deveined

4 tbsp

Lime Juice

Fresh

0.25 cup

Cilantro

Snipped

0.5 cup

Mushrooms

Fresh Sliced

6 ounce

Baby Spinach Leaves

Step 1
~4 min

Heat olive oil in a saucepan over medium heat.

Step 2
~4 min

Add minced garlic, lemon grass, and grated ginger to the saucepan and stir until fragrant (about 1 minute).

Step 3
~4 min

Incorporate the red curry paste and stir well.

Step 4
~4 min

Pour in half of the chicken broth and stir until the curry paste is fully dissolved.

Step 5
~4 min

Introduce the remaining chicken broth, soy sauce, and white sugar.

Step 6
~4 min

Cover the saucepan and let it simmer for approximately 20 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together.

Step 7
~4 min

Add the rice noodles, coconut milk, shrimp, and lime juice to the simmering broth.

Step 8
~4 min

Cook until the shrimp turns pink and is fully cooked.

Step 9
~4 min

Incorporate cilantro, fresh sliced mushrooms, and baby spinach leaves, stirring until the spinach softens.

Step 10
~4 min

Ladle the soup into bowls.

Step 11
~4 min

Serve hot, optionally with egg rolls or rice.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Adjust the amount of red curry paste to control the spiciness.

Add a squeeze of lime juice just before serving for extra brightness.

Garnish with extra cilantro and a drizzle of coconut milk.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

15 minutes

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

Soup can be made a day in advance.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

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

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve with egg rolls or spring rolls.

Serve with a side of steamed rice.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Thai spring rolls
Satay skewers

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

Southeast Asia

Cultural Significance

Common street food and home-cooked meal in Thailand and neighboring countries.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Occasion Tags

Weeknight Dinner
Comfort Food
Cold Weather

Popularity Score

70/100

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