A Deliciously Tasty Thai Peanut Soup Recipe

Not many soups can be described as both heavenly and comforting, yet those words perfectly fit this Thai peanut soup recipe. It features layer upon layer of flavor and makes any cold or sadness melt away with its complexity. So for a truly unique and mouth-watering soup experience, keep reading.

Here’s an Amazing Thai Peanut Soup Recipe

Say goodbye to takeout. Once you’ve made this recipe, you’ll wonder why you aren’t making all your favorite foods at home. Here’s what you’ll need to be able to make Thai peanut soup in your kitchen.

Ingredients:

• 2 tbsp coconut oil (may also use peanut oil for extra peanut flavor)
• 1 cup shiitake mushrooms, sliced
• 1 cup sweet potatoes, peeled and cubed (½ in)
• 1 red pepper, deseeded and sliced
• 1 tbsp fresh ginger, minced
• 1 clove fresh garlic, minced
• 1 tsp smoked paprika
• ½ tsp turmeric
• 1 tbsp red curry paste (this can be pretty hot – adjust for desired heat level)
• 3 cups vegetable broth or stock (may use chicken if desired)
• 1 14 oz can of full-fat coconut milk
• ¼ cup lime juice
• 2 tbsp soy sauce
• 2 tbsp brown or coconut sugar
• 1 tsp sesame oil
• ⅓ cup natural or regular smooth peanut butter
• 2 green onions, thinly sliced
• 2 tbsp fresh cilantro, chopped
• ½ cup peanuts, chopped

Directions:

1. Melt one tablespoon of coconut oil over medium heat in a large pot or Dutch oven.
2. Add the mushrooms, sweet potato, and pepper, stirring to coat the veggies in the melted oil. Cover and allow to cook for about ten minutes, or until the mushrooms are cooked and the sweet potato cubes are softened.
3. Remove the vegetables from the pot and set aside. Next, add the remaining tablespoon of coconut oil to the empty pot before adding the garlic, ginger, smoked paprika, turmeric, and red curry paste. Stir the spices in the oil until it makes a paste (around 30 to 60 seconds).
4. Turn up the heat to medium-high. Pour in the broth and coconut milk and stir.
5. Add the soy sauce, lime juice, sugar, and sesame oil. Bring the soup to a boil before lowering the heat to medium-low.
6. While the soup cooks, put the peanut butter into a heat-proof bowl. Ladle two spoonfuls of hot broth in with the peanut butter and whisk until thoroughly mixed. Add the mixture to the soup and stir.
7. Put half of the green onions and cilantro into the soup and stir.
8. Remove the soup from the heat, ladle it into bowls, and top with chopped peanuts, remaining green onions, and cilantro.

No matter what time of year it is or what’s happening, this soup recipe brings warmth and comfort unlike any other. It’s nutritious and delicious, making it a healthy staple you can make again and again for any reason.

What Is Red Curry Paste, and Do I Really Need It?

You should invest in some red curry paste if you don’t have it. It’s considered the most versatile of this type of ingredient, and nothing comes close to it as a substitute. The paste is often made with:

• Cilantro
• Dried red chilies
• Coriander
• Cumin
• Garlic
• Kaffir lime rind
• Shallots
• White pepper
• Shrimp paste
• Lemongrass
• Sea salt
• Ginger

Red curry paste is made from thoughtfully selected ingredients that come together to provide any dish with layers of complex flavors and a bit of heat. If you were to leave this ingredient out of your Thai peanut soup recipe, it would leave your soup bland and dull. For a truly unique and satisfying experience, you should always use red curry paste in your recipes that call for it.

How to Make Red Curry Paste at Home

Red curry paste can often be found in your local grocery store or Asian market. You can even buy it online and have it shipped to your doorstep. Yet if you’re vegetarian, vegan, or just want to make your own at home, here’s a recipe to keep it as meatless and traditional as possible.

Ingredients:

• 3 to 4 dried long red chilis with the seeds removed
• 1 tsp salt
• 1 tbsp coriander seeds
• 1 tsp cumin seeds
• 1 tsp white pepper (may use black pepper in a pinch)
• ½ tsp ground cardamom
• 2 tbsp lemongrass
• 2 tsp ground ginger
• ⅓ cup shallot, sliced
• 2 ½ tbsp garlic, minced
• 1 ½ tsp lime zest
• 2 ½ tbsp cilantro stems
• Water by the tsp as needed

Directions:

1. Soak your long red chilis in water until rehydrated, then drain and pat dry. Cut into small pieces.
2. In a toaster or regular oven, toast the coriander and cumin seeds just until fragrant. Allow them to cool before grinding them into powder form.
3. Place all ingredients into a food processor and run until completely combined. You may use a small spoon or spatula to push the mixture down on the sides while processing.
4. If the paste is too thick for the processor, add a tsp of water at a time until the right consistency. Blend until smooth, and enjoy.

Consider wearing gloves while preparing and blending the paste. The peppers can be irritating to some, and the gloves help to protect the skin.

If you have any of the ingredients in powdered or ground form, you can also use them. You won’t get the warm, toasted flavor that you get from the whole spices, but it will still give you each spice’s unique flavor to the paste.

Variations on Your Thai Peanut Soup Recipe

Soups can be easily changed for taste preferences and fun. Here are some suggestions for you to try once you’ve made the original recipe:

• Add cooked chicken for a meaty treat
• For extra vegan protein, add tofu or beans (be sure to warm them in the soup before serving)
• Substitute honey for the sugar
• Use fish sauce instead of soy sauce
• Toss in your favorite veggies like broccoli, spinach, bell peppers, peas, cabbage, zucchini, celery, carrots, or anything else you’d love in your soup
• Make it ramen noodle Thai peanut soup. After adding the peanut butter, bring your soup to a boil, add a couple of ramen noodle squares to the soup, remove from heat, and allow to sit for five minutes
• Slice some hard-boiled eggs and serve over the top of the soup
• Spoon over leftover rice or pasta

Use these ideas as a starting point and go from there. If you love an ingredient or other addition that you think would go well with your soup, try it.

No More Take Out With Your Own Thai Peanut Soup Make at Home

You know that the fresher the ingredients, the better for your diet, and homemade Thai peanut soup is an easy choice. Whether made just for you or a group of people, it provides plenty of flavor, nutrition, and satisfaction. You may find that this recipe becomes a part of your weekly meal planning each week.

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