VEGGIE THAI CURRY SOUP

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My go-to Thai restaurant inspired this curry soup. Shiitake mushrooms are my favorite, but any fresh mushroom will work. Fresh basil and lime add a burst of bright flavors. -Tre Balchowsky, Sausalito, California

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Lunch

Time 30m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 12

Ingredients

1 package (8.8 ounces) thin rice noodles or uncooked angel hair pasta
1 tablespoon sesame oil
2 tablespoons red curry paste
1 cup light coconut milk
1 carton (32 ounces) reduced-sodium chicken broth or vegetable broth
1 tablespoon reduced-sodium soy sauce or fish sauce
1 package (14 ounces) firm tofu, drained and cubed
1 can (8-3/4 ounces) whole baby corn, drained and cut in half
1 can (5 ounces) bamboo shoots, drained
1-1/2 cups sliced fresh shiitake mushrooms
1/2 medium sweet red pepper, cut into thin strips
Torn fresh basil leaves and lime wedges

Steps:

Prepare noodles according to package directions., Meanwhile, in a 6-qt. stockpot, heat oil over medium heat. Add curry paste; cook until aromatic, about 30 seconds. Gradually whisk in coconut milk until blended. Stir in broth and soy sauce; bring to a boil., Add tofu and vegetables to stockpot; cook until vegetables are crisp-tender, 3-5 minutes. Drain noodles; add to soup. Top each serving with basil; serve with lime wedges.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 289 calories, Fat 9g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 772mg sodium, Carbohydrate 41g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 11g protein. Diabetic Exchanges