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Emerald Coconut Noodles with Lemongrass and Lime

This dish is a vibrant and aromatic celebration of Thai flavors, featuring tender rice noodles bathed in a creamy coconut milk sauce infused with bright lemongrass, zesty lime, and a hint of chili. It's a light yet satisfying meal, perfect for a quick weeknight dinner or a flavorful lunch.

Emerald Coconut Noodles with Lemongrass and Lime

Prep Time

30 min

Difficulty

Easy

Servings

4

Calories

450 kcal

Instructions

  1. 1

    Cook rice noodles according to package directions. Drain and set aside.

    ~10 min
  2. 2

    Finely chop the white part of the lemongrass stalks, mince the garlic and ginger, and thinly slice the red chili (remove seeds for less heat).

    ~5 min
  3. 3

    In a wok or large frying pan, heat vegetable oil over medium-high heat. Add the chopped lemongrass, garlic, ginger, and sliced red chili. Stir-fry for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.

    ~2 min
  4. 4

    Pour in the coconut milk and vegetable broth. Bring to a simmer, then stir in the brown sugar, fish sauce, and soy sauce. Whisk until combined and the sugar is dissolved.

    ~5 min
  5. 5

    Squeeze the juice of half a lime into the sauce. Taste and adjust seasoning as needed, adding more fish sauce for saltiness, lime juice for tang, or sugar for sweetness.

    ~1 min
  6. 6

    Add the cooked rice noodles to the wok with the sauce. Toss gently to coat the noodles evenly.

    ~2 min
  7. 7

    Chop the green onions and cilantro for garnish. Serve the noodles immediately, garnished with chopped green onions, cilantro, and a wedge of lime.

    ~5 min

Tips

  • For a more robust lemongrass flavor, gently bruise the lemongrass stalks with the back of your knife before chopping.
  • Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days. Reheat gently on the stovetop, adding a splash of water or vegetable broth if the sauce has thickened too much.

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