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Thai Coconut Curry Soup

Thai Coconut Curry Soup

A flavorful, healthy soup that is perfect for after-school or after-work. The ginger and red curry paste give it some spice, while the coconut milk and chicken will keep you warm. It doesn’t take too long to cook and is the perfect way to warm up on a cold day.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Course Soup
Cuisine American
Servings 4
Calories 478 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 2 T. extra virgin olive oil
  • 1 small yellow onion diced
  • 1 lb. boneless skinless chicken breast cubed
  • Sea salt and black pepper to taste
  • 3-4 garlic cloves minced
  • 1 1- inch ginger piece peeled and minced
  • 1½ t. ground coriander
  • 3 T. Thai red curry paste
  • 1 medium green bell pepper diced
  • 1 medium red bell pepper diced
  • 1 medium yellow bell pepper diced
  • 1 14- oz. can full-fat coconut milk
  • 2 c. baby spinach
  • 2 T. lime juice
  • 1 T. maple syrup
  • 3 T. fresh cilantro chopped
  • 1 large lime cut into thin half round slices

Instructions
 

  • Heat the olive oil in a large high-sided skillet over medium heat. Add the onion and cook until tender and fragrant, about 4-5 minutes.
  • Add the chicken and cook, stirring often, until the breast develops a bit of color, around 4-5 minutes. Season with salt and black pepper, to taste.
  • Add the garlic, ginger, coriander, and red curry paste. Cook for 1-2 minutes or until the spices become fragrant.
  • Add bell peppers and season with additional salt and black pepper, if desired. Stir to combine and cook until peppers soften and develop a bit of color, approximately 3-4 minutes.
  • Add coconut milk and simmer until slightly thickened, approximately 4-5 minutes. Stir in spinach, lime juice, and maple syrup. Taste and adjust seasonings, as desired. Serve immediately topped with fresh cilantro and lime slices, if desired. Enjoy!

Nutrition

Nutrition Facts
Thai Coconut Curry Soup
Amount per Serving
Calories
478
% Daily Value*
Fat
 
34
g
52
%
Saturated Fat
 
22
g
138
%
Trans Fat
 
1
g
Polyunsaturated Fat
 
2
g
Monounsaturated Fat
 
7
g
Cholesterol
 
73
mg
24
%
Sodium
 
163
mg
7
%
Potassium
 
1026
mg
29
%
Carbohydrates
 
20
g
7
%
Fiber
 
4
g
17
%
Sugar
 
7
g
8
%
Protein
 
28
g
56
%
Vitamin A
 
4347
IU
87
%
Vitamin C
 
134
mg
162
%
Calcium
 
92
mg
9
%
Iron
 
5
mg
28
%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
Keyword coconut, curry, soup, Thai
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