Khao soi is a beloved Northern Thai noodle curry with tender chicken, a fragrant coconut broth, soft egg noodles, and crispy noodles on top.
A quick curry paste base gives the broth depth while the toppings add crunch, acidity, and freshness to every bowl.
Keep the crispy noodles and lime separate until serving so they stay crunchy and bright.
Serving Suggestions
Serve with pickled mustard greens, sliced red onion, lime wedges, cilantro, and extra chili oil.
Recipe Notes
Store broth and noodles separately for up to 3 days. Reheat the broth gently and cook fresh noodles for the best texture.
Classic Thai Khao Soi with Chicken
Northern Thai coconut curry noodle soup with tender chicken, egg noodles, crispy noodles, lime, and pickled greens.
Equipment
- Dutch oven
- Large pot
- Blender
- Tongs
- Ladle
Ingredients
Curry Broth
- 1 1/2 lb boneless chicken thighs cut into bite-size pieces
- 2 tbsp red curry paste plus more to taste
- 1 tbsp yellow curry powder
- 2 cups coconut milk full-fat
- 2 cups chicken stock
- 1 tbsp fish sauce
- 1 tbsp brown sugar
- 1 tbsp lime juice plus wedges for serving
Noodles and Garnishes
- 12 oz fresh or dried egg noodles
- 4 oz crispy fried noodles for topping
- 1/2 cup pickled mustard greens chopped
- 1 medium red onion thinly sliced
- 2 large limes cut into wedges
- 1/4 cup cilantro leaves
Instructions
Make the broth:
- Heat a Dutch oven over medium heat and cook the curry paste and curry powder for 1 minute until fragrant.
- Add the coconut milk gradually, stirring until smooth. Add the stock, fish sauce, and sugar.
- Add the chicken, bring to a gentle simmer, and cook for 20 minutes until tender. Stir in the lime juice.
Cook the noodles:
- Boil the egg noodles according to the package directions, then drain and divide among bowls.
- Warm the crispy noodles briefly in a dry skillet if needed.
Assemble:
- Ladle the hot curry broth and chicken over the noodles.
- Top with crispy noodles, pickled greens, red onion, cilantro, and lime wedges.
Notes
- Adjust curry paste and chili oil to taste.
- Keep the broth at a gentle simmer so the coconut milk stays smooth.
- Fresh noodles cook quickly; watch them closely.
Nutrition
Calories: 620kcalCarbohydrates: 62gProtein: 34gFat: 28gSaturated Fat: 18gCholesterol: 125mgSodium: 1120mgFiber: 4gSugar: 9g