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Thai Coconut Curry Soup

Fragrant, creamy coconut broth spiked with red curry paste, lime, and tender vegetables. Ready in under 30 minutes — comfort in a bowl.

Total time
25 min
Servings
4
Calories
185
Protein
11g
Thai Coconut Curry Soup
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1

    Press tofu between paper towels to remove excess moisture, then cut into 3/4-inch cubes.

  2. Step 2

    Slice red bell pepper into thin strips. Chop bok choy into 1-inch pieces.

  3. Step 3

    Heat a large pot over medium. Whisk curry paste into coconut milk until smooth, breaking up any lumps.

  4. Step 4

    Add vegetable broth and stir to combine. Bring to a simmer over medium-high heat.

  5. Step 5

    Add tofu and bell pepper. Simmer gently for 8 minutes until peppers soften slightly.

  6. Step 6

    Stir in bok choy and cook for 2 minutes until tender and bright green.

  7. Step 7

    Squeeze lime juice into the pot. Taste and adjust with salt or lime as needed.

  8. Step 8

    Ladle soup into bowls. Garnish generously with cilantro and Thai basil. Serve hot.

Tools you’ll need

  • large pot (3.5+ quart)
  • whisk
  • cutting board
  • chef's knife
  • ladle

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