Creamy and flavorful coconut curry noodle bowls featuring a rich Thai-inspired sauce, tender rice noodles, and a medley of sautéed vegetables, perfect for a comforting vegetarian meal.
Author:Beth
Prep Time:10 min
Cook Time:20 min
Total Time:30 min
Yield:4 servings 1x
Category:Main Course
Method:Stovetop
Cuisine:Thai-inspired
Diet:Vegetarian
Ingredients
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1 Tbsp avocado or canola oil
2 shallots (or ½ onion), minced
1 Tbsp fresh ginger, minced
2–3 Tbsp red Thai curry paste
1 (14 oz) can full-fat coconut milk
½ cup low-sodium vegetable or chicken broth
2–3 Tbsp sugar or brown sugar
1 Tbsp hot chili paste (e.g. sambal oelek)
2 Tbsp fish sauce (or vegan alternative)
2 Tbsp soy sauce or tamari
8 oz rice noodles
1 Tbsp oil for sautéing
½ onion, chopped
1 cup broccoli florets, chopped
1 cup shredded carrots
1 cup asparagus pieces
1 cup shredded cabbage (purple or coleslaw mix)
Sesame seeds, fresh basil or cilantro, lime wedges (for garnish)
Instructions
Heat oil in a large saucepan over medium heat. Sauté shallots and ginger for about 3 minutes until fragrant.
Add red curry paste and cook for 1 minute, stirring frequently.
Stir in coconut milk, broth, sugar, chili paste, fish sauce, and soy sauce. Simmer for 10–15 minutes to develop flavor.
Cook rice noodles according to package directions; drain and set aside.
In a separate skillet, heat oil and stir-fry onion, broccoli, carrots, and asparagus for about 5 minutes until tender-crisp.
Add the curry sauce and cooked noodles to the skillet; toss to combine and heat through.
Serve in bowls topped with cabbage, sesame seeds, fresh herbs, and lime wedges.
Notes
Use gluten-free tamari for a gluten-free version.
Light coconut milk can be used but will yield a thinner sauce.
Great with added tofu, shrimp, or chicken for extra protein.