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Thai Red Curry Noodle Soup with Tofu

Thai red curry noodle soup with tofu - the image is a close-up of a bowl of soup. the soup appears to be a type of noodle soup with tofu, carrots, green beans, and red chili peppers. the noodles are long and thin, and the soup is a rich orange color. there are also slices of lime and cilantro scattered throughout the dish. the bowl is made of ceramic with a black and white speckled pattern. the background is a white marble countertop.

A flavorful and comforting Thai red curry noodle soup featuring silky tofu, rice noodles, and vibrant vegetables simmered in a rich coconut curry broth.

Ingredients

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8 ounces rice noodles
1 tablespoon vegetable oil
3 tablespoons Thai red curry paste
1 tablespoon grated fresh ginger
3 cloves garlic, minced
4 cups vegetable broth
1 can (14 ounces) coconut milk
1 tablespoon soy sauce
1 tablespoon brown sugar
1 red bell pepper, thinly sliced
1 cup snap peas, trimmed
1 cup shredded carrots
14 ounces firm tofu, drained and cut into 1-inch cubes
2 green onions, thinly sliced
1/4 cup fresh cilantro leaves
1 lime, cut into wedges
1 teaspoon chili flakes (optional)

Instructions

Cook the rice noodles according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
Heat the vegetable oil in a large pot over medium heat.
Add the red curry paste, grated ginger, and minced garlic to the pot. Cook, stirring constantly, for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
Pour in the vegetable broth and coconut milk, stirring to combine with the curry paste.
Add the soy sauce and brown sugar to the pot. Stir well.
Bring the soup to a gentle boil, then reduce heat to a simmer.
Add the sliced red bell pepper, snap peas, and shredded carrots to the pot. Simmer for 5 minutes until the vegetables are tender but still crisp.
Gently add the tofu cubes to the soup and simmer for an additional 3-4 minutes to heat through.
Divide the cooked rice noodles among four bowls.
Ladle the hot curry soup with tofu and vegetables over the noodles.
Garnish each bowl with sliced green onions, fresh cilantro leaves, and a lime wedge.
Sprinkle chili flakes on top if desired for extra heat.
Serve immediately and enjoy your Thai red curry noodle soup with tofu.