Vegan Recipes
Red Curry Noodle Soup
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Ingredients:
- Soup Base:
- 2 tbsp coconut oil or vegetable oil
- 1 large onion, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tbsp fresh ginger, minced
- 2-3 tbsp red curry paste (ensure it’s vegan)
- 1 can (14 oz) coconut milk
- 4 cups vegetable broth
- 1 tbsp soy sauce or tamari (for gluten-free)
- 1 tbsp lime juice
- 1-2 tbsp maple syrup or agave nectar (to taste)
- 1 red bell pepper, thinly sliced
- 1 cup mushrooms, sliced
- 1 cup broccoli florets
- 1 cup baby corn, halved
- 1 block (14 oz) firm tofu, cubed
- 8 oz rice noodles or your favorite noodles
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Optional Garnishes:
- Fresh cilantro, chopped
- Fresh basil, chopped
- Sliced green onions
- Lime wedges
- Sliced red chili or red pepper flakes
- Crushed peanuts
Instructions:
- Prepare the Vegetables and Tofu:
- Dice the onion, mince the garlic and ginger, and slice the red bell pepper, mushrooms, and baby corn. Cut the broccoli into small florets and cube the tofu.
- Cook the Aromatics:
- In a large pot, heat the coconut oil over medium heat. Add the diced onion and sauté for about 5 minutes until translucent.
- Add the minced garlic and ginger, and cook for another 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
- Add the Curry Paste:
- Stir in the red curry paste and cook for 1-2 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld.
- Build the Soup:
- Pour in the coconut milk and vegetable broth, stirring to combine.
- Add the soy sauce, lime juice, and maple syrup. Bring the mixture to a simmer.
- Add the Vegetables and Tofu:
- Add the red bell pepper, mushrooms, broccoli, baby corn, and cubed tofu to the pot. Simmer for about 10 minutes until the vegetables are tender.
- Cook the Noodles:
- While the soup is simmering, cook the noodles according to the package instructions. Drain and set aside.
- Combine and Season:
- Add the cooked noodles to the soup. Stir to combine and heat through.
- Taste and adjust the seasoning with salt, pepper, more soy sauce, lime juice, or maple syrup as needed.
- Serve:
- Ladle the soup into bowls and garnish with fresh cilantro, basil, green onions, lime wedges, sliced red chili, and crushed peanuts if desired.