Perfect Curry Noodles At Home (Thai Khao Soi)
Joshua Weissman delivers your new favorite noodle recipe ever.
1h 30m7Servings
Nutrition
772kcal
44gProtein
62gCarbs
41gFat
Ingredients
CURRY PASTE
Dried Red Chilies
10 pieces
Shallots
3 pieces
Garlic Cloves
5 cloves
Galangal
1 piece
Lemongrass Stalks
2 pieces
Turmeric Root
1 piece
Coriander Seeds
1 tbsp
Cumin Seeds
1 tbsp
Shrimp Paste
1 tsp
CURRY
Vegetable Oil
2 tbsp
Chicken Thighs
1.5 lb
Coconut Milk
2 cans
Chicken Broth
1 cup
Fish Sauce
2 tbsp
Soy Sauce
1 tbsp
Sugar
1 tbsp
NOODLES
Egg Noodles
1 lb
TOPPINGS
Pickled Mustard Greens
½ cup
Shallots
thinly sliced
½ cup
Lime Wedges
4 pieces
Cilantro Sprigs
¼ cup
Fried Egg Noodles
1 cup
Equipment
Food Processor
Dutch Oven
Instructions
1Make the Curry Paste
15m
15mSoak Chilies
Soak the dried red chilies in hot water for 15 minutes until softened. Drain.
Process Ingredients
Combine the soaked chilies, shallots, garlic, galangal, lemongrass, turmeric, coriander seeds, cumin seeds, and shrimp paste in a food processor. Process until a smooth paste forms.
2Cook the Curry
45m
45mSear Chicken
Heat vegetable oil in a Dutch oven over medium-high heat. Add chicken thighs and sear until browned on all sides.
Add Paste
Add the curry paste to the Dutch oven and cook for 2-3 minutes until fragrant, stirring constantly.
Simmer Curry
Pour in the coconut milk and chicken broth. Add fish sauce, soy sauce, and sugar. Bring to a simmer, then reduce heat to low, cover, and cook for 30 minutes, or until chicken is cooked through and tender.
3Prepare Noodles and Toppings
10m
10mCook Noodles
Cook egg noodles according to package directions. Drain and set aside.
Prepare Toppings
Arrange pickled mustard greens, sliced shallots, lime wedges, cilantro sprigs, and fried egg noodles on a platter for serving.
4Serve
5m
5mAssemble Bowls
Ladle the curry over cooked egg noodles in individual bowls. Garnish with desired toppings.
Tips
For a spicier curry, add more dried chilies or a fresh red chili to the paste.
Ensure the curry is well-seasoned with fish sauce, soy sauce, and sugar to balance the flavors.
The fried egg noodles add a delightful crunch; make sure they are crispy.