Best 5 Spicy Thai Vegetable Soup Recipes

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## Spicy Thai Vegetable Soup: A Symphony of Flavors for a Nourishing and Satisfying Meal

Embark on a culinary journey to the vibrant streets of Thailand with our enticing Spicy Thai Vegetable Soup. This tantalizing dish is a symphony of flavors, combining the perfect balance of heat, sourness, and aromatic spices. Dive into a delightful symphony of crisp vegetables, succulent tofu, and fragrant herbs, all harmoniously simmering in a rich and flavorful broth. Indulge in the symphony of flavors that this soup offers, making it a nourishing and satisfying meal that will tantalize your taste buds and leave you craving more.

Here are our top 5 tried and tested recipes!

SPICY THAI-FLAVOR SOUP



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Provided by Tyler Florence

Categories     appetizer

Time 40m

Yield 8 to 10 servings

Number Of Ingredients 19

1 (4-pound) free-range chicken
Reserved shells from shrimp, see below
6 scallions
4 cloves garlic
1 stalk lemongrass, lightly smashed, or zest of 1 lemon
1 tablespoon whole black peppercorns
1 (2-inch) piece fresh ginger, sliced thick
4 kaffir lime leaves, fresh or frozen, or juice and skin of 1 lime
2 serrano chiles, halved lengthwise
1 recipe Asian Chicken Stock
1 (15-ounce) can straw mushrooms, drained and rinsed
2 limes, juice and skins
4 serrano chiles, halved lengthwise
1 teaspoon fish sauce, or more to taste
5 kaffir lime leaves, fresh or frozen, optional
Kosher salt
1 pound large shrimp, shelled and sliced in 1/2 lengthwise
2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro leaves, plus more for garnish
1 tablespoon Thai basil leaves or regular basil leaves

Steps:

  • For the stock: Put all the ingredients into a large pot and cover with water by 1-inch. Bring to a boil, skimming any foam that rises to the surface. Reduce the heat and simmer for 30 minutes. Remove the chicken and save it for another meal; strain the stock. Makes 10 to 12 cups.
  • For the soup: Put the Asian Chicken Stock into a pot over medium-high heat. Add the mushrooms, limes, chiles, fish sauce, and kaffir lime leaves, if using. Taste and adjust seasoning with salt. Add the shrimp and simmer just until the shrimp are cooked through, about 5 minutes, then add the cilantro and basil leaves. Taste and adjust seasoning. Serve garnished with cilantro leaves.

GAENG KHAE (SPICY THAI VEGETABLE SOUP)



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This medicinal soup from the north of Thailand is believed to prevent and reduce colds and fever.

Provided by Vegetarian Times Editors

Categories     Soups & Stews

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 15

15 dried chiles de arbol or Japones chiles
8 cloves garlic, peeled
1/2 tsp. salt
2 stalks lemongrass, minced
2 shallots, minced (1/2 cup)
1 tsp. red miso
4 cups low-sodium vegetable broth
2 Tbs. low-sodium soy sauce
1 1/2 cups sliced beet greens, Swiss chard, escarole, turnip greens, or kale
1 cup turnip or fennel chunks
1/2 cup sliced mushrooms
1 cup firm tofu chunks
1 cup coarsely chopped arugula
1/2 cup fresh mint leaves
1/4 cup coarsely chopped parsley

Steps:

  • To make Chile Paste: Soak chiles in bowl of boiling water 30 minutes. Drain, pat dry, and finely chop. Combine garlic and salt in mortar, and pound with pestle. Add lemongrass, shallots, miso, and chiles, pounding and crushing after each addition to make thick paste. To make Soup: Bring broth to a boil in saucepan over high heat. Stir in soy sauce and Chile Paste. Add beet greens, turnip, and mushrooms, and bring to a boil. Cook 5 minutes. Reduce heat to medium-low, and simmer 5 minutes. Add tofu, and cook 2 minutes more. Stir in arugula, mint, and parsley, and simmer 1 to 2 minutes, or until herbs wilt.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 126 calories

SPICY CHICKEN THAI SOUP



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Most of the ingredients for this Thai-inspired soup can be found in the supermarket. The red curry paste is spicy, but by controlling the amount of paste you add, you can tailor this to your own threshold of pain.

Provided by Chef John

Categories     Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes     Soup Recipes     Chicken Soup Recipes

Time 1h15m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 15

3 lemongrass stalks, bottom two-thirds of tender inner bulbs only, thinly sliced
4 cloves garlic, chopped
1 (4 inch) piece fresh ginger root, chopped
4 cups chicken broth
1 tablespoon vegetable oil
2 ½ pounds skinless, boneless chicken thighs, cut into chunks
12 ounces fresh white mushrooms, quartered
2 teaspoons red curry paste
3 tablespoons fish sauce
1 lime, juiced
2 (14 ounce) cans coconut milk
1 red onion, sliced
½ bunch cilantro, roughly chopped
1 lime, cut into wedges, for serving
1 fresh jalapeno pepper, sliced into rings

Steps:

  • Stir lemon grass, garlic, and ginger together in a large stock pot over medium-high heat. Stir in chicken broth and bring to a boil. Reduce heat to low and simmer for 30 minutes.
  • Strain chicken broth and set aside. Discard lemon grass, garlic, and ginger.
  • Heat vegetable oil in a large soup pot over medium heat; Stir in chicken; cook and stir for 5 minutes.
  • Stir in mushrooms and cook for 5 more minutes.
  • Stir in red curry paste, fish sauce, and lime juice until combined. Stir in chicken broth and coconut milk; return to a simmer and cook on low for 15 to 20 minutes.
  • Skim off any excess oil and fat that rises to the top and discard.
  • Stir red onion into the chicken mixture; cook and stir until onion softens, about 5 minutes.
  • Remove from heat and add about 1/2 the cilantro.
  • Serve with plates of cilantro, lime wedges, and fresh sliced jalapenos.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 596 calories, Carbohydrate 14.3 g, Cholesterol 114 mg, Fat 44.8 g, Fiber 3 g, Protein 41 g, SaturatedFat 28.9 g, Sodium 1207.4 mg, Sugar 2.9 g

SPICY THAI COCONUT CHICKEN SOUP



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For national soup month in January, I came up with a new recipe every day. This one is my favorite! It's so easy, with just a touch of special Thai flavors. For an even richer flavor, try using whole coconut milk. -Diane Nemitz, Ludington, Michigan

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner     Lunch

Time 1h

Yield 6 servings (2 quarts)

Number Of Ingredients 17

1 pound boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into 3/4-inch cubes
3 tablespoons cornstarch
3 tablespoons peanut or canola oil, divided
1 large onion, chopped
1 small jalapeno pepper, seeded and minced
2 garlic cloves, minced
2 teaspoons red curry powder
1 teaspoon ground ginger
3/4 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon ground turmeric
1 teaspoon Sriracha chili sauce
1 can (13.66 ounces) light coconut milk
1 carton (32 ounces) chicken broth
2 cups thinly sliced Chinese or napa cabbage
1 cup thinly sliced fresh snow peas
Thinly sliced green onions
Lime wedges

Steps:

  • Toss chicken with cornstarch. In a 6-qt. stockpot, heat 2 tablespoons oil over medium-high heat; saute chicken until lightly browned, 2-3 minutes. Remove from pot., In same pan, saute onion, jalapeno and garlic in remaining oil over medium-high heat until onion is tender, 3-4 minutes. Stir in seasonings, chili sauce, coconut milk and broth; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, covered, 20 minutes., Stir in cabbage, snow peas and chicken; cook, uncovered, just until cabbage is crisp-tender and chicken is cooked through, 3-4 minutes. Serve with green onions and lime wedges.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 244 calories, Fat 14g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 45mg cholesterol, Sodium 1017mg sodium, Carbohydrate 11g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 17g protein.

GAENG KHAE(SPICY THAI VEGETABLE SOUP)



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This is a medicinal soup from north Thailand anad is believed to prevent and reduce colds and fever. The base is a hand ground paste of chiles, garlic, lemongrass, and shallots. If you don't have a mortar and pestle, blend all of the ingredients in a food processor. Serve with rice.

Provided by Sharon123

Categories     Soy/Tofu

Time 40m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 15

15 dried arbol chiles (or japones chiles)
8 garlic cloves, peeled
1/2 teaspoon salt
2 stalks lemongrass, minced
2 shallots, minced (1/2 cup)
1 teaspoon red miso
4 cups vegetable broth (preferably low sodium)
2 tablespoons soy sauce
1 1/2 cups sliced beet leaves (or Swiss chard or escarole, turnip greens, kale, etc.)
1 cup fennel, diced (or turnips)
1/2 cup sliced mushrooms
1 cup firm tofu, diced
1 cup coarsely chopped arugula
1/2 cup fresh mint leaves
1/4 cup fresh parsley, coarsely chopped

Steps:

  • Chile Paste:.
  • Soak chiles in a bowl of boiling water 30 minutes. Drain, pat dry, and finely chop.
  • Combine garlic and salt in mortar, and pound with pestle(or food processor). Add lemongrass, shallots, miso and chiles, pounding and crushing after each addition to make a thick paste(or use food processor).
  • Soup:.
  • Bring the broth to a boil in a saucepan over high heat. Stir in soy sauce and chile paste.
  • Add greens, fennel, and mushroooms, and bring to a boil. Cook 5 minutes. Reduce heat to medium low, and simmer 5 minutes.
  • Add tofu, and cook 2 more minutes.
  • Stir in arugula, mint and parsley. Simmer 1-2 minuttes, or until herbs wilt. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 68.9, Fat 1.7, SaturatedFat 0.3, Sodium 901.8, Carbohydrate 9.7, Fiber 2.8, Sugar 1.6, Protein 5.7

Tips:

  • Prep your vegetables in advance: Cut and measure all of your vegetables before you start cooking to save time and ensure that everything cooks evenly.
  • Use a variety of vegetables: This recipe is a great way to use up leftover vegetables, so feel free to add or substitute any of your favorites. Some good options include carrots, celery, bell peppers, mushrooms, and spinach.
  • Don't overcrowd the pot: If you add too many vegetables to the pot at once, they will not cook evenly. Cook the vegetables in batches if necessary.
  • Season to taste: The amount of salt, pepper, and chili flakes you add will depend on your personal preferences. Taste the soup as you go and adjust the seasonings as needed.
  • Garnish with fresh herbs: Fresh herbs add a bright, flavorful touch to this soup. Cilantro, basil, and mint are all good options.

Conclusion:

This spicy Thai vegetable soup is a delicious and healthy way to warm up on a cold day. It's also a great way to use up leftover vegetables. With its bold flavors and hearty ingredients, this soup is sure to become a new favorite.

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