Tuesday, 29 April 2014

Thai Red Curry Soup

Thai Red Curry Soup

Ingredients

  • 12 ounces chow mein noodles or spaghetti
  • 1 1/2 tablespoons red curry paste
  • 2 14-ounce cans coconut milk
  • 1/2 cup low-sodium chicken broth
  • 2 teaspoons grated ginger
  • kosher salt
  • 4 ounces sugar snap peas, cut in half
  • 4 ounces shiitake mushrooms, sliced
  • 1 pound medium shrimp, peeled and deveined
  • 1 cup fresh cilantro leaves

Directions

  1. Cook the noodles according to the package directions.
  2. Meanwhile, in a large saucepan, over medium-high heat, combine the curry paste, coconut milk, broth, ginger, and ½ teaspoon salt. Bring to a boil.
  3. Add the peas, mushrooms, and shrimp. Lower the heat and simmer until the shrimp are cooked through and the vegetables are tender, about 4 minutes.
  4. Divide the noodles and soup among individual bowls. Sprinkle with the cilantro.