Best 5 Spicy Thai Vegetable Soup Recipes

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Embark on a culinary journey to the vibrant streets of Thailand and discover the tantalizing flavors of spicy Thai vegetable soup. This delectable dish is a symphony of aromatic spices, fresh vegetables, and a fiery kick that will awaken your taste buds. Whether you're a seasoned cook or a novice in the kitchen, this step-by-step guide will lead you through the process of creating an authentic Thai vegetable soup that captures the essence of this beloved cuisine. Get ready to immerse yourself in the rich flavors of Thailand and savor the perfect balance of heat, sweetness, and acidity in every spoonful.

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.

SPICY THAI NOODLES WITH VEGETABLES



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This makes an excellent side dish to go with main-dish stir fries or satays. Add meat to make a main dish. You can locate lemongrass and fish sauce in most Oriental markets.

Provided by PalatablePastime

Categories     Peppers

Time 30m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 18

16 ounces rice noodles or 16 ounces rice vermicelli
2 cups mung bean sprouts
1 cup slivered carrot
8 scallions, cut into 1 inch pieces
1 yellow bell pepper, seeded and chopped
1 red bell pepper, seeded and chopped
1 stalk lemongrass, white part only,sliced thin
10 Thai chiles, stemmed and split (optional)
cooking oil
1/4 cup chopped peanuts
2 tablespoons chopped cilantro (coriander)
2/3 cup creamy peanut butter
4 tablespoons brown sugar
6 tablespoons soy sauce
4 tablespoons fish sauce
1/4 teaspoon ground cayenne pepper
1 teaspoon grated fresh ginger
2 limes, juice of

Steps:

  • Cook noodles in boiling water until tender; drain.
  • Mix ingredients for sauce in a bowl with a whisk until smooth; set aside.
  • Heat 2 tablespoons cooking oil in a wok or large skillet over high heat (add more oil as necessary during cooking).
  • Add lemongrass and Thai chiles and cook until fragrant.
  • Add carrot, scallions, and bell peppers and cook until carrot starts to become crisp-tender.
  • Add bean sprouts and cook 1-2 minutes more.
  • Add drained noodles to the pan and pour sauce over noodles.
  • Using two utensils, lift vegetables from bottom to integrate throughout noodles and mix well.
  • Garnish with chopped cilantro and chopped peanuts and serve with hot chili sauce (sriracha), if desired.
  • Cooking tip: you may cut noodles into smaller pieces after cooking with kitchen shears to make them easier to work with.

SPICY THAI VEGETABLE SOUP



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A delicious sweet and spicy soup perfect on a cold winter night. Best served with a loaf of crusty bread.

Provided by Krista

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

Time 1h30m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 20

1 cup uncooked brown rice
2 cups water
3 tablespoons olive oil
1 sweet onion, chopped
4 cloves garlic, minced
¼ cup chopped fresh ginger root
1 cup chopped carrots
4 cups chopped broccoli
1 red bell pepper, diced
1 (14 ounce) can light coconut milk
6 cups vegetable broth
1 cup white wine
3 tablespoons fish sauce
2 tablespoons soy sauce
3 Thai chile peppers
2 tablespoons chopped fresh lemon grass
1 tablespoon Thai pepper garlic sauce
1 teaspoon saffron
¾ cup plain yogurt
fresh cilantro, for garnish

Steps:

  • Bring the rice and water to a boil in a pot. Cover, reduce heat to low, and simmer 45 minutes.
  • Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat, and cook the onion, garlic, ginger, and carrots 5 minutes, until tender. Mix in broccoli, red bell pepper, coconut milk, broth, wine, fish sauce, soy sauce, Thai chile peppers, lemon grass, garlic sauce, and saffron. Simmer 25 minutes.
  • Pour soup in batches into a blender or food processor, and blend until smooth and creamy. Return to the pot, and mix in yogurt and cooked rice. Top with cilantro to serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 182.8 calories, Carbohydrate 21.4 g, Cholesterol 0.9 mg, Fat 7.4 g, Fiber 3 g, Protein 4.4 g, SaturatedFat 2.5 g, Sodium 748.7 mg, Sugar 5.4 g

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

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: Chop, dice, and slice all of your vegetables before you start cooking. This will save you time and ensure that your soup is cooked evenly.
  • Don't be afraid to experiment with different vegetables: This recipe is a great starting point, but feel free to add or substitute vegetables that you like. Some good options include broccoli, snap peas, or bok choy.
  • Make sure your broth is flavorful: The broth is the base of your soup, so it's important to make sure it's flavorful. Use a good quality vegetable broth or make your own using fresh vegetables.
  • Add some protein: If you want a more filling soup, you can add some cooked chicken, tofu, or shrimp. Just be sure to add it towards the end of the cooking time so that it doesn't overcook.
  • Serve with rice or noodles: This soup is traditionally served with rice or noodles. If you're using rice, be sure to cook it according to the package directions.

Conclusion:

This spicy Thai vegetable soup is a delicious and healthy way to warm up on a cold day. It's packed with fresh vegetables and flavorful broth, and it's easy to make. With a few simple tips, you can make this soup even better. So get creative and experiment with different vegetables and flavors. You won't be disappointed!

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