Thai Red Curry Rice Noodle
This creamy Thai red curry rice noodle dish combines silky coconut milk, rich peanut butter, and aromatic red curry paste for the ultimate comfort food experience. Ready in just 25 minutes, it's a restaurant-quality meal that satisfies those takeout cravings with bold flavors and a luxuriously creamy sauce that clings perfectly to tender rice noodles.
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Servings: 4
Calories: 485kcal
Ingredients
- 16 oz Pad Thai rice noodles
- 14 oz canned unsweetened coconut milk
- ¼ cup vegetable broth
- 3 tbsp smooth peanut butter
- 3 tbsp Thai red curry paste
- 1 tbsp maple syrup
- 1 tbsp fresh lime juice
- 1 tbsp minced ginger
- 2 garlic cloves minced
- Salt to taste
- Chopped peanuts optional garnish
- Scallions chopped (optional garnish)
Instructions
- Cook rice noodles according to package directions until tender. Drain and set aside.
- In a large saucepan, combine coconut milk, vegetable broth, peanut butter, red curry paste, maple syrup, lime juice, minced ginger, and garlic. Whisk thoroughly until well combined.
- Heat mixture over medium-high heat until it reaches a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 10 minutes, stirring frequently, until sauce thickens.
- Season with salt to taste.
- Add cooked noodles to the sauce and stir gently to coat. Heat through for 2-3 minutes.
- Serve immediately, garnished with chopped peanuts and scallions if desired.
Notes
Use fresh lime juice rather than bottled for the brightest flavor and best results
Start with less red curry paste if sensitive to heat - you can always add more to taste
Substitute honey or brown sugar for maple syrup if preferred
For extra protein, add cooked shrimp, chicken, or tofu in step 5
Store leftovers in refrigerator for up to 3 days; reheat gently with a splash of coconut milk
Full-fat coconut milk creates the creamiest texture - avoid light versions
Rinse rice noodles with cold water after cooking to prevent sticking
Nutrition
Calories: 485kcal | Carbohydrates: 62g | Protein: 12g | Fat: 23g | Saturated Fat: 16g | Sodium: 580mg | Potassium: 420mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 8g