How to make Thai Red Curry Noodles

coconut milk

🥗Healthier: light coconut milk

💰Cheaper: coconut cream

Light coconut milk reduces calories while maintaining flavor.

red curry paste

🥗Healthier: homemade curry paste

💰Cheaper: store-bought curry powder

Homemade curry paste can be healthier and more flavorful.

chicken

🥗Healthier: tofu

💰Cheaper: chicken thighs

Tofu is a plant-based alternative, while thighs are less expensive than breasts.

fish sauce

🥗Healthier: soy sauce

💰Cheaper: salt

Soy sauce provides umami flavor, while salt is a basic alternative.

Heat a pan on medium-high heat and add 2 tablespoons of oil.

Cook minced garlic in the oil for about 2-3 minutes.

Add 85 g of red curry paste and cook for a further 3 minutes.

Pour in 200 ml of coconut milk and bring to a simmer, then turn off the heat.

Cook rice noodles in boiling water for about 3 minutes, then drain.

Combine cooked noodles with the sauce in the pan and cook for a further 2 minutes, adding water if the sauce is too thick.

Add roasted chopped peanuts for texture and serve immediately.

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