Thai red noodle soup with crispy gyozas
If you’re craving a healthy dinner that feels comforting, filling and packed with flavour, this Thai red noodle soup with crispy gyozas is going to become a new favourite. With a creamy coconut broth, warming garlic and ginger, tender chicken, rice noodles and crispy dumplings, this recipe delivers the perfect balance of nourishment and comfort in every spoonful.
It’s the kind of meal that feels like a takeaway treat while still being made with wholesome ingredients that support overall wellbeing. Plus, it’s high in protein, packed with colourful vegetables and incredibly easy to make on a busy weeknight.
If you’re looking for healthy soup recipes, high-protein dinner ideas or nourishing anti-bloat meals, this recipe ticks all the boxes.
And this one is direct from the Zing Wellbeing app
Why you’ll love this Thai red noodle soup
- High in protein to help keep you fuller for longer
- Full of flavour from Thai red curry paste, lime and ginger
- Packed with nourishing vegetables
- Dairy-free and easy to customise
- Perfect for meal prep or cosy nights in
- Comforting without feeling too heavy
Thai red noodle soup with crispy gyozas recipe
Serves: 4
Ingredients
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 spring onion, sliced
- 1 bok choy, diced (white stalk)
- 1 carrot, diced
- 4 garlic cloves, minced
- 10g ginger, minced
- 3 tbsp Thai red curry paste
- 300ml light coconut milk
- 500ml chicken stock
- 1 lime, juiced
- 1 tbsp fish sauce
- 8 gyozas or dumplings
- 100g rice noodles, cooked
- 200g cooked chicken breast, chopped
- Crushed peanuts
- Fresh coriander
Optional: You can also use the prawn rice paper dumplings recipe available inside the Zing Wellbeing app.
Method
Heat the olive oil in a large soup pot over medium heat. Add the garlic, ginger, spring onion, bok choy and carrot and sauté for 2 to 3 minutes until fragrant and softened.
Stir through the Thai red curry paste and cook for 30 seconds to release the flavours.
Pour in the coconut milk, chicken stock, fish sauce and lime juice. Bring to the boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 15 to 20 minutes.
Meanwhile, fry the dumplings or gyozas until golden and cooked through.
To serve, divide the cooked rice noodles between bowls. Pour over the hot soup and top with chopped chicken, crispy dumplings, coriander, crushed peanuts and a lime wedge.
Nutritional information per serve
- Calories: 460
- Protein: 32g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fat: 25g
- Fibre: 3g
Health benefits of this nourishing soup
This recipe is packed with ingredients that support overall wellbeing while helping you feel satisfied and energised.
Chicken breast is a lean source of protein that can help support muscle maintenance and fullness, making this a balanced and satisfying meal option.
Garlic and ginger contain natural antioxidant compounds and are commonly used in gut-friendly recipes to support digestion and overall wellbeing.
Bok choy, carrot and spring onion provide fibre along with vitamins A, C and K, helping add nourishment, colour and texture to the dish.
Light coconut milk gives the soup a creamy texture while keeping it dairy-free, making it a great option for those looking to reduce dairy intake.
Tips to make this recipe even easier
- Use pre-cooked chicken for a quicker dinner
- Swap rice noodles for zucchini noodles for a lower-carb option
- Add spinach or kale for extra greens and fibre
- Prepare the broth ahead of time for easy meal prep
- Cook the dumplings in the air fryer for extra crispiness
At Zing Wellbeing, we believe healthy eating should feel realistic, delicious and supportive of women’s health goals. Recipes like this are designed to nourish your body while still feeling comforting and satisfying.
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