Ingredients:
- 1 tablespoon coconut oil
- 1 onion, chopped
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, grated
- 2 tablespoons Thai red curry paste
- 1 can (14 oz) coconut milk
- 3 cups chicken broth
- 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts, chopped
- 2 cups mixed vegetables (carrots, bell peppers, snow peas)
- 1 tablespoon fish sauce
- 1 tablespoon lime juice
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh cilantro and lime wedges for garnish
Instructions:
- Heat coconut oil in a large pot over medium-high heat. Add onion and sauté for 2-3 minutes until softened.
- Add garlic and ginger and sauté for another 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
- Add Thai red curry paste and stir to combine with the onion mixture. Cook for 1-2 minutes until fragrant and slightly browned.
- Add coconut milk and chicken broth, and stir to combine.
- Add chopped chicken and mixed vegetables. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and let simmer for 15-20 minutes until chicken is cooked through and vegetables are tender.
- Add fish sauce, lime juice, salt, and pepper to taste. Stir to combine.
- Garnish with fresh cilantro and lime wedges. Serve hot.
Tips:
- For a vegetarian option, substitute chicken broth with vegetable broth and omit the chicken.
- Adjust the amount of Thai red curry paste to your desired level of spiciness.
- Feel free to add other vegetables such as mushrooms, zucchini, or broccoli to the soup.
- Serve with rice or noodles for a more filling meal.