Khao Soi Jay
Khao Soi Jay is a rich and flavorful vegan Thai breakfast dish, featuring creamy coconut curry noodles topped with crispy shallots and fresh herbs. This comforting bowl is perfect for starting your day with warmth and nutrition.

30 minutes
Difficulty: Medium
Thai
480 kcal
Ingredients
- Rice noodles - 200 grams
- Coconut milk - 400 ml
- Vegetable broth - 300 ml
- Red curry paste - 2 tablespoons
- Soy sauce - 1 tablespoon
- Brown sugar - 1 teaspoon
- Lime - 1, juiced
- Tofu - 150 grams, cubed
- Shallots - 2, thinly sliced
- Vegetable oil - 2 tablespoons
- Fresh cilantro - 1/4 cup, chopped
- Scallions - 1/4 cup, chopped
- Chili flakes - to taste
- Pickled mustard greens - optional, for serving
Steps
- Cook the rice noodles according to package instructions, drain, and set aside.
- In a large pot, heat 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil over medium heat. Add the sliced shallots and sauté until golden brown and crispy. Remove and set aside on paper towels.
- In the same pot, add the remaining tablespoon of oil and stir in the red curry paste. Cook for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
- Pour in the coconut milk and vegetable broth, and bring to a gentle simmer. Stir in the soy sauce, brown sugar, and lime juice.
- Add the cubed tofu to the pot and simmer for 5-7 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
- Season the curry broth with additional lime juice, soy sauce, or chili flakes to taste.
- To serve, divide the cooked noodles into two bowls, ladle the hot curry broth with tofu over the noodles, and top with crispy shallots, chopped cilantro, and scallions.
- Enjoy with pickled mustard greens on the side, if desired.
Nutrition
- Calories: 480
- Protein: 15 g
- Carbs: 60 g
- Fiber: 4 g
- Sugar: 5 g
- Sodium: 800 mg
- Cholesterol: 0 mg
- Total Fat: 22 g
- Saturated Fat: 18 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4 g
- Water: 0.5 L
Health Benefits
- Rich in healthy fats from coconut milk, which can provide energy and support brain health.
- High in plant-based protein from tofu, essential for muscle repair and growth.
Tags
ThaiVeganBreakfast