Spicy Coconut Noodle Soup

This spicy noodle soup features an incredibly rich, fragrant and complex broth with delicious rice noodles and an array of toppings.

This spicy noodle soup features an incredibly rich, fragrant and complex broth with delicious rice noodles and an array of toppings.

1

Process paste ingredients in a food processor until you get a fine paste. Scrape down sides as needed.
2

Place a large, heavy-bottomed pot on a medium-low heat. Add paste and cook for 5-10 mins, stirring continuously.
3

Add in stock, leftover lemongrass, kaffir lime leaves, and sugar. Cover and simmer for 30 mins.
4

Slowly stir in coconut milk. Season the soup to taste with salt (if needed) and lime juice. Remove from heat.
5

While soup is simmering, cook noodles in salted water for 4 mins. Drain and set aside.
6

Divide noodles between serving bowls. Ladle in the soup and top with steamed greens, fresh cilantro and/or mint, fried onions, chilies, and lime wedges. Serve immediately.