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Thai Beef Noodle Soup

Aromatic Thai beef noodle soup with fragrant broth, tender beef, and fresh herbs. A warming, authentic bowl of comfort in every spoonful.

Total time
35 min
Servings
2
Calories
385
Protein
28g
Thai Beef Noodle Soup
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1

    Cook rice noodles according to package directions, drain, and set aside.

  2. Step 2

    Bruise lemongrass stalks by pressing with the side of a knife.

  3. Step 3

    In a large pot, heat broth over medium-high heat. Add curry paste and whisk until dissolved.

  4. Step 4

    Add beef slices, lemongrass, ginger, and garlic. Bring to a simmer.

  5. Step 5

    Simmer for 10 minutes until beef is cooked through. Remove lemongrass stalks.

  6. Step 6

    Stir in fish sauce and sugar. Taste and adjust seasoning as needed.

  7. Step 7

    Divide cooked noodles between two bowls.

  8. Step 8

    Pour hot broth and beef over noodles.

  9. Step 9

    Top with fresh basil, mint, cilantro, sliced chilies, and bean sprouts.

  10. Step 10

    Serve immediately with lime wedges on the side.

Tools you’ll need

  • large pot (4-quart minimum)
  • whisk
  • knife
  • cutting board
  • bowls
  • wooden spoon

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