Real-Deal Khao Soi Gai (Northern Thai Coconut Curry Noodle Soup With Chicken) Recipe

Name: Real-Deal Khao Soi Gai (Northern Thai Coconut Curry Noodle Soup With Chicken) Recipe
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 75 min
Total time: 90 min
Yield: 4
Ingredients: 1 small bunch cilantro stems, leaves and thin stems reserved for another use; 2 whole small shallots, peeled and sliced into quarters; 4 whole cloves garlic; 1 (1-inch) knob fresh turmeric, roughly chopped; 2 thin slices fresh ginger; 1 stalk lemongrass, bottom 4 inches only, roughly chopped; 1 whole dried Thai bird chile (or 1 whole chile de arbol), more or less to taste; 1 teaspoon makrut lime zest, or 2 whole makrut lime leaves (see note); 1 teaspoon whole coriander seed; 6 pods Thai black cardamom or 1 pod green cardamom, inner seeds only; Kosher salt; 1 1/2 tablespoons Thai shrimp paste; 1 cup vegetable or canola oil; 1 pound fresh Chinese-style egg noodles, divided; 2 (15-ounce) cans coconut milk, or 2 cups fresh coconut milk (do not shake); 1 cup homemade or store-bought low-sodium chicken stock; 2 tablespoons palm sugar (see note); 4 chicken legs, split into drumsticks and thighs; Fish sauce, to taste; Sliced shallots, lime wedges, and pickled Chinese mustard greens (see note), for serving

Prep 15m

Cook 1h 15m

Total 1h 30m

This real-deal Khao Soi Gai recipe features a fragrant and flavorful Northern Thai coconut curry noodle soup with chicken. Loaded with fresh ingredients like lemongrass, turmeric, and Thai bird chiles, it's a must-try for lovers of authentic Thai cuisine. Garnish with lime wedges, shallots, and pickled Chinese mustard greens.