Cashew-Coconut Curry Noodle Bowl
Ingredients
- 1½ cups coconut milk
- 1 cup vegetable broth
- 1 tablespoon red curry paste
- 3 tablespoons cashew butter
- 1 tablespoon tamari or soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon virgin coconut oil
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 sprigs fresh basil, plus more for serving
- 2 sprigs fresh cilantro, plus more for serving
- 2 cups broccoli florets
- 1 zucchini, thickly sliced
- 2 carrots, cut into matchsticks
- 1 tablespoon fresh lime juice
- 8 ounces cooked brown rice spaghetti (or noodle of choice)
- ½ cup cashews, lightly toasted
- Gochugang (Korean red pepper powder) or red pepper flakes, to taste
Instructions
- Combine coconut milk, broth, curry paste, cashew butter, and tamari in a medium bowl. Set coconut milk mixture aside.
- Warm oil in a large skillet over low heat. Add garlic and cook until golden, about 2 minutes.
- Add coconut milk mixture, increase heat, and bring to a simmer. Add a basil, cilantro, broccoli, zucchini, and carrots.
- Simmer until vegetables are just tender, about 5 minutes. Remove from heat and stir in lime juice.
- To serve, fill bowls with noodles and top with vegetable-curry mixture. Add cashews and gochugang to taste. Garnish with herbs.
Notes
Growing up in Florida has many advantages: year-round flip-flop wearing, citrus and tropical fruit trees growing in the backyard, airboats, and … diversity. Now, I know what you’re thinking: Florida … diverse?? Florida may have a podunk reputation, but compared to other less-cultured areas we have variety, at least where food is concerned. Especially here in Sarasota. Our beautiful beaches and no-snow guarantee attract all makes and models of foodies, some of whom bring the amazing foods of their culinary heritage — and for that I’m very grateful.
Thai food is an example of a cuisine that if I had grown up in, say, Chesterfield, Missouri (this is a dig at my husband), I may not be as familiar with the ingredients and techniques of Thai cooking — and then life wouldn’t be nearly as delicious. This recipe brings the fragrant, rich, and healthy flavors of Thai into your kitchen. And it’s ready in a snap!
