Coconut Curry Prawn Vermicelli Soup

Name: Coconut Curry Prawn Vermicelli Soup
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 30 min
Cuisine: Asian, Thai
Ingredients: - 1 tbsp oil (coconut or neutral oil); 2 cloves garlic, minced; 1 tbsp ginger, grated; 1 tbsp red curry paste (adjust for spice level); 1 tsp lemongrass powder (or 1 stalk fresh, smashed); 400ml coconut milk (1 can); 3 cups vegetable or chicken broth; 1 tbsp fish sauce (or soy sauce for a milder taste); 1 tsp sugar or honey; 1 tbsp lime juice; 1/2 tsp turmeric (optional, for color); - 300g prawns, peeled and deveined; 150g vermicelli noodles (adjust if needed); 1/2 red bell pepper, thinly sliced; 1/2 carrot, julienned; 3 baby bok Choy, sliced; Fresh cilantro, Thai basil, or mint; Sliced red chili or chili flakes; Lime wedges; Crushed peanuts or toasted sesame seeds

7 steps

Prep:15minCook:15min

Updated at: Wed, 19 Mar 2025 03:26:50 GMT

Nutrition balance score

Unbalanced

Glycemic Index

Low

Glycemic Load

High

Nutrition per serving

Calories655.1 kcal (33%)

Total Fat36.2 g (52%)

Carbs56.2 g (22%)

Sugars5.8 g (6%)

Protein30.8 g (62%)

Sodium1617.6 mg (81%)

Fiber3 g (11%)

% Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet

Instructions

Step 1

1. Cook the vermicelli noodles according to the package instructions, then drain and set aside.

Step 2

Make the broth: Heat oil in a pot over medium heat. Add garlic and ginger, sautéing until fragrant (about 30 seconds). Stir in red curry paste and lemongrass powder, cooking for another 30 seconds.

Step 3

Pour in the coconut milk and broth, stirring well. Add fish sauce, sugar, lime juice, and turmeric (if using). Bring to a gentle simmer.

Step 4

Add the prawns and cook for 3–4 minutes until pink and opaque

Step 5

Add the vegetables (red bell pepper and carrot) and let them cook for about 2 minutes. Stir in the bok choy at the end.

Step 6

Divide the vermicelli noodles into bowls and pour the hot soup over them.

Step 7

Garnish with fresh herbs, chili slices, and a squeeze of lime. Sprinkle with peanuts or sesame seeds if desired.