Khao Soi

Khao Soi is a delicious and fragrant Thai breakfast dish featuring a creamy coconut curry soup with soft egg noodles, topped with crispy fried noodles and fresh herbs. This healthy version is packed with flavors while being nutritious and satisfying.

Ingredients

• Egg noodles - 150 grams
• Coconut milk - 200 ml
• Vegetable broth - 300 ml
• Red curry paste - 2 tablespoons
• Tofu (cubed) - 150 grams
• Carrot (julienned) - 1 medium
• Red onion (sliced) - 1 small
• Garlic (minced) - 2 cloves
• Ginger (grated) - 1 teaspoon
• Lime juice - 1 tablespoon
• Fresh cilantro (chopped) - 2 tablespoons
• Green onions (sliced) - 2 tablespoons
• Chili flakes - to taste
• Vegetable oil - 1 tablespoon
• Salt - to taste

Steps

1. Cook the egg noodles according to package instructions, then drain and set aside.
2. In a large pot, heat the vegetable oil over medium heat. Add the sliced red onion, garlic, and ginger, and sauté until fragrant.
3. Stir in the red curry paste and cook for another minute until well combined.
4. Add the cubed tofu and julienned carrot, stirring to coat with the curry paste.
5. Pour in the vegetable broth and coconut milk, bringing the mixture to a gentle simmer. Allow it to cook for about 10 minutes.
6. Season with lime juice and salt to taste.
7. In a separate pan, fry a handful of additional egg noodles in oil until crispy, then remove and drain on paper towels.
8. To serve, place a portion of cooked noodles in each bowl, ladle the hot curry soup over the noodles, and top with crispy noodles, cilantro, green onions, and chili flakes as desired.

Nutrition

• Calories: 450
• Protein: 15 g
• Carbs: 55 g
• Fiber: 5 g
• Sugar: 3 g
• Sodium: 800 mg
• Cholesterol: 0 mg
• Total Fat: 20 g
• Saturated Fat: 10 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
• Water: 0.5 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in healthy fats from coconut milk which supports brain health.
• High in plant-based protein from tofu, contributing to muscle health.

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