Thai Red Curry Soup | A Spicy & Creamy Thai-Inspired Delight!

Craving a warm, flavorful, and comforting soup? This Thai Red Curry Soup is packed with aromatic spices, creamy coconut milk, and a touch of heat from red curry paste. Loaded with tender chicken (or tofu), fresh veggies, and fragrant herbs, this soup is the ultimate easy weeknight meal that tastes like it’s straight from a Thai restaurant!

Ingredients

For the Soup Base:

✔ 1 tbsp vegetable oil
✔ 1 small onion (sliced)
✔ 2 cloves garlic (minced)
✔ 1 tbsp fresh ginger (grated)
✔ 2 tbsp Thai red curry paste
✔ 4 cups chicken or vegetable broth
✔ 1 can (14 oz) coconut milk (full fat for creaminess)
✔ 2 tbsp fish sauce (or soy sauce for vegetarian option)
✔ 1 tbsp brown sugar
✔ 1 tbsp lime juice

For the Add-ins:

✔ 1 cup cooked chicken (shredded) or firm tofu (cubed)
✔ 1 red bell pepper (sliced)
✔ 1 small zucchini (sliced)
✔ ½ cup mushrooms (sliced)
✔ ½ cup snap peas or green beans
✔ 1-2 tsp Sriracha (optional, for extra heat)

For Garnish:

✔ Fresh cilantro (chopped)
✔ Thai basil leaves
✔ Lime wedges
✔ Sliced red chili (optional)

Instructions

1. Sauté the Aromatics

1. Heat oil in a large pot over medium heat.
2. Add onion, garlic, and ginger; sauté until fragrant (about 2 minutes).
3. Stir in red curry paste and cook for another minute to enhance the flavors.

2. Build the Broth

1. Pour in chicken or vegetable broth and bring to a simmer.
2. Stir in coconut milk, fish sauce (or soy sauce), brown sugar, and lime juice.
3. Let simmer for 5 minutes to blend flavors.

3. Add Protein & Veggies

1. Add chicken (or tofu), bell pepper, zucchini, mushrooms, and snap peas.
2. Simmer for 8-10 minutes, until veggies are tender but still crisp.
3. If desired, stir in Sriracha for extra spice.

4. Serve & Garnish

1. Ladle into bowls and top with fresh cilantro, Thai basil, and sliced chili.
2. Serve with lime wedges on the side for a zesty kick!

Serving Ideas

🍚 Serve over steamed jasmine rice or with a side of crispy Thai roti.
🍜 Add cooked rice noodles for a heartier dish.
🌶 Adjust the spice level by adding more or less red curry paste.

Pro Tips

✔ For a thicker soup, simmer longer or add a cornstarch slurry (1 tbsp cornstarch + 2 tbsp water).
✔ Use homemade curry paste for an extra-authentic flavor.
✔ Make it vegan by using tofu and vegetable broth instead of chicken.

This Thai Red Curry Soup is rich, creamy, and bursting with Thai flavors—perfect for cozy nights or when you need a quick, flavorful meal! 🥣🔥