Creamy Coconut Curry Soup
Indulge in the exotic flavors of Creamy Coconut Curry Soup, a vibrant and comforting dish that combines warmth, spice, and creaminess in every spoonful. This Thai-inspired recipe features tender chicken, fresh vegetables like broccoli and spinach, and aromatic ingredients such as garlic, ginger, and red curry paste, all simmered in a luxurious blend of coconut milk and broth. A splash of lime juice and fish sauce adds a tangy depth, while the garnish of fresh cilantro ties it all together. Easy to prepare in just 45 minutes, this one-pot wonder is perfect for busy weeknights or impressing guests with its bold, fragrant flavors. Serve it hot as a hearty appetizer or satisfying main course, and bring the tastes of Southeast Asia straight to your table!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 medium yellow onion, diced
- 2 medium carrots, sliced
- 1 medium red bell pepper, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon ginger, minced
- 3 tablespoons red curry paste
- 4 cups chicken or vegetable broth
- 1 can (13.5 oz) coconut milk
- 1 pound chicken breast, diced
- 2 cups broccoli florets
- 2 cups baby spinach
- 1 tablespoon fish sauce
- 2 tablespoons lime juice
- 0.25 cup cilantro, chopped
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
Add the diced onion, sliced carrots, and diced red bell pepper. Sauté for 5-7 minutes until onions are translucent.
Stir in the minced garlic and ginger and cook for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
Add the red curry paste and cook for another minute, stirring constantly.
Pour in the chicken or vegetable broth and bring to a boil.
Reduce the heat to a simmer and add the diced chicken breast. Cook for about 8-10 minutes until the chicken is cooked through.
Stir in the coconut milk, broccoli florets, and spinach. Simmer for 5 minutes until the broccoli is tender.
Add the fish sauce, lime juice, salt, and black pepper. Stir well to combine.
Serve hot, garnished with fresh cilantro.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1452 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 49.1 g | 63% | |
| Saturated Fat | 10.0 g | 50% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 405 mg | 135% | |
| Sodium | 7269 mg | 316% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 91.4 g | 33% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 15.4 g | 55% | |
| Total Sugars | 47.6 g | ||
| Protein | 160.2 g | 320% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.1 mcg | 5% | |
| Calcium | 384 mg | 30% | |
| Iron | 11.0 mg | 61% | |
| Potassium | 2812 mg | 60% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
