Spicy Tom Kha Noodle Recipe

Name: Spicy Tom Kha Noodle
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 teaspoons olive oil; 1 tablespoon minced garlic; 2 green onions, sliced; 1/2 cup mushroom, sliced; 1 tablespoon fish sauce; 1 cup prawns or 1 cup chicken; 1/2 yellow bell pepper, diced; 1 medium tomatoes, diced; 2 -4 Thai red chili peppers; 1 teaspoon brown sugar; 1 teaspoon salt; 1/3 teaspoon cumin; 1 teaspoon lemongrass paste; 400 ml coconut milk; 6 -7 leaves fresh basil, minced; 300 g rice noodles; 4 kaffir lime leaves (optional)

Servings: persons

2 teaspoons olive oil
1 tablespoon minced garlic
2 green onions, sliced
1/2 cup mushroom, sliced
1 tablespoon fish sauce
1 cup prawns or 1 cup chicken
1/2 yellow bell pepper, diced
1 medium tomatoes, diced
2 -4 Thai red chili peppers
1 teaspoon brown sugar
1 teaspoon salt
1/3 teaspoon cumin
1 teaspoon lemongrass paste
400 ml coconut milk
6 -7 leaves fresh basil, minced
300 g rice noodles
4 kaffir lime leaves (optional)

1
Season a medium saucepan with the olive oil. Over medium heat, brown the garlic, green onions and mushrooms.
2
Stir in the fish sauce and prawns OR fish sauce and chicken and sautee until cooked through.
3
Add the yellow bell pepper, tomato, chilies (for the chilies, I just take off the tops and the tails and add the remainder), brown sugar, salt, cumin, and lemongrass paste. Stir in coconut milk and basil.
4
Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce to a simmer and stir occasionally for about 10 minutes, allowing to reduce.
5
Meanwhile, boil 4 cups of water, add the rice noodles and remove from heat. Let stand for 5 minutes then drain.
6
Dish the noodles into large soup bowls and cover with the soup mixture. Garnish with lime leaves. Serve with sticks and non-metallic spoons.

585

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Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 17 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 teaspoons olive oil, 1 tablespoon minced garlic, 2 green onions, sliced, 1/2 cup mushroom, sliced, and more.

Yes, Spicy Tom Kha Noodle falls under the Pasta & Noodles category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Spicy Tom Kha Noodle

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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