Indulge in the rich flavors of Thailand with this comforting Thai meatball and egg drop soup. The fragrant broth is infused with coconut milk, Thai red curry paste, and fish sauce, while tender chicken meatballs and delicate egg ribbons add heartiness to each spoonful. It's a satisfying and aromatic dish that's perfect for any occasion!
Ingredients: For the meatballs:. 1 lb ground chicken. 2 cloves garlic, minced. 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro, chopped. 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, grated. 1 tablespoon soy sauce or coconut aminos. 1 teaspoon fish sauce. 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes. Salt and pepper to taste. For the soup:. 6 cups chicken broth. 1 cup coconut milk. 2 tablespoons Thai red curry paste. 1 tablespoon fish sauce. 1 tablespoon lime juice. 2 green onions, thinly sliced. 2 eggs, beaten. Fresh cilantro leaves for garnish optional.
Instructions: In a large bowl, mix together all the ingredients for the meatballs until well combined. Form the mixture into small meatballs, about 1 inch in diameter. In a large pot, bring the chicken broth to a simmer over medium heat. Add the coconut milk, Thai red curry paste, fish sauce, lime juice, and green onions to the pot. Stir to combine. Carefully drop the meatballs into the simmering broth, one at a time. Let the meatballs cook in the broth for about 10 minutes, or until cooked through. Once the meatballs are cooked, slowly pour the beaten eggs into the soup while stirring gently to create egg ribbons. Simmer the soup for another 2-3 minutes to cook the eggs. Taste the soup and adjust the seasoning with salt, pepper, or additional lime juice if needed. Serve the soup hot, garnished with fresh cilantro leaves if desired. Enjoy this delicious Thai-inspired soup with flavorful meatballs and comforting egg ribbons!