Ingredients

1 tablespoon sunflower oil
1 small onion , chopped
1 teaspoon curry powder
2 thai birds eye chiles
800 ml chicken stock
400 ml coconut milk
2 teaspoons granulated sugar
1 tablespoon fish sauce
1 tablespoon dark soy sauce
1 tablespoon sweet chili sauce
275 g chicken , goujons long thin strips
75 g baby sweetcorn
75 g frozen peas
2 tablespoons lime juice
300 g chilled egg noodles
This Quick and Easy Thai Soup (Chicken) is a flavorful and delicious meal that is perfect for busy weeknights. With a combination of curry, coconut, and sweet chili flavors, this soup is sure to impress. The chicken goujons add a nice textural contrast to the sweetcorn and peas, while the lime juice provides a bright acidity to the broth. Serve with extra chiles for those who like it spicy, and enjoy!

Instructions

1.Heat the sunflower oil in a large pot and add the chopped onion. Sauté until softened, then add the curry powder and cook for an additional minute.
2.Add the Thai birds eye chiles, chicken stock, coconut milk, granulated sugar, fish sauce, dark soy sauce, and sweet chili sauce to the pot. Stir well and bring to a boil.
3.Add the chicken goujons, baby sweetcorn, and frozen peas to the pot. Lower the heat and simmer for 10-12 minutes.
4.Add the lime juice and egg noodles, stirring well to combine. Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes until the noodles are cooked through.
5.Remove from heat and serve hot.

PROS

This Thai soup is quick and easy to make, perfect for weekday meals.

The combination of curry, coconut, and sweet chili flavors makes for a delicious and flavorful broth.

CONS

The high sodium content in the fish and soy sauces makes this soup less ideal for those with high blood pressure.

Additionally, the use of egg noodles instead of rice noodles may increase the calorie and carbohydrate content.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

The use of Thai bird’s eye chiles in this recipe has been linked to increased metabolism and weight loss.
Additionally, the combination of chicken and coconut milk provides a good source of protein and healthy fats.

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