Thai coconut & veg broth

Vegetarian
Dairy Free
Health score
6%
Thai coconut & veg broth
25 min.
4
296kcal

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Indulge in the vibrant flavors of Thailand with this delightful Thai Coconut & Veg Broth, a vegetarian and dairy-free dish that is sure to please your palate. In just 25 minutes, you can create a warming, aromatic broth that showcases the rich essence of traditional Thai cuisine. Perfect as a side dish or a light meal, this broth is not only quick to prepare but also packs a nutritious punch with an array of colorful vegetables.

The combination of Thai red curry paste and creamy coconut milk brings an irresistible depth of flavor, while the fresh lime juice adds a zesty brightness that elevates the entire dish. As you savor each spoonful, the fresh ingredients like crunchy carrots, crisp Chinese leaves, and tender bean sprouts create a beautiful medley of textures and tastes.

Whether you're a seasoned cook or a culinary novice, this recipe is simple and rewarding. It encourages creativity; feel free to add your favorite vegetables or adjust the seasonings to suit your taste. With only 296 calories per serving, it’s a guilt-free indulgence that can fit seamlessly into any healthy eating plan. Enjoy this nourishing bowl of goodness with family and friends, and let the exotic flavors whisk you away to the streets of Thailand!

Ingredients

  • 1.5 tbsp curry paste red
  • tsp vegetable oil 
  • vegetable stock 
  • 400 ml lite coconut milk canned
  • tsp brown sugar 
  • 175 extra wide egg noodles 
  •  carrots cut into matchsticks
  • 0.5 head bay leaves chinese sliced
  • 0.5  ginger tea bags 
  •  cherry tomatoes halved
  •  juice of lime 
  •  spring onion halved finely sliced
  • handful cilantro leaves roughly chopped

Equipment

  • bowl
  • sauce pan
  • wok

Directions

  1. Place the curry paste in a large saucepan or wok with the oil. Fry for 1 min until fragrant. Tip in the vegetable stock, coconut milk and brown sugar. Simmer for 3 mins.
  2. Add the noodles, carrots and Chinese leaf and simmer for 4-6 mins, until all are tender.
  3. Mix in beansprouts and tomatoes.
  4. Add lime juice to taste and some extra seasoning, if you like. Spoon into bowls and sprinkle with spring onions and coriander.

Nutrition Facts

Calories296kcal
Protein9.71%
Fat28.72%
Carbs61.57%

Properties

Glycemic Index
49.96
Glycemic Load
15.62
Inflammation Score
-10
Nutrition Score
14.508260908334%

Flavonoids

Eriodictyol
0.16mg
Hesperetin
0.67mg
Naringenin
0.03mg
Luteolin
0.04mg
Kaempferol
0.2mg
Myricetin
0.01mg
Quercetin
1.77mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:295.82kcal
14.79%
Fat:9.25g
14.23%
Saturated Fat:6.51g
40.7%
Carbohydrates:44.61g
14.87%
Net Carbohydrates:41.6g
15.13%
Sugar:7.31g
8.12%
Cholesterol:36.75mg
12.25%
Sodium:1099.4mg
47.8%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:7.03g
14.07%
Vitamin A:6830.7IU
136.61%
Selenium:34.73µg
49.61%
Vitamin K:28.8µg
27.43%
Manganese:0.48mg
23.78%
Vitamin C:12.36mg
14.98%
Phosphorus:128.32mg
12.83%
Fiber:3.01g
12.04%
Copper:0.18mg
8.79%
Potassium:301.55mg
8.62%
Magnesium:34.28mg
8.57%
Vitamin B6:0.17mg
8.47%
Iron:1.46mg
8.14%
Vitamin B1:0.11mg
7.41%
Folate:29.17µg
7.29%
Vitamin B3:1.43mg
7.14%
Zinc:1mg
6.67%
Vitamin B5:0.54mg
5.39%
Calcium:46.63mg
4.66%
Vitamin E:0.69mg
4.59%
Vitamin B2:0.07mg
4.3%
Vitamin B12:0.13µg
2.11%