Spiced Burmese Khow Suey Coconut Noodle Soup
A rich and creamy coconut noodle soup layered with toasted spices and topped with crunchy garnishes, inspired by Burmese flavors. This asian-inspired pasta ready in about 80 minutes pairs egg noodles, coconut milk, chicken broth for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 480 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.
Ingredients
- 8 oz egg noodles
- 2 cups coconut milk
- 3 cups chicken broth
- 1 tsp turmeric powder
- 3 cloves garlic cloves, minced
- 1 tbsp ginger, grated
- 1/4 cup yellow split peas
- 1 medium onion, finely chopped
- 8 oz chicken breast, thinly sliced
- 1 tsp mustard seeds
- 1 tbsp curry powder
- 2 tbsp vegetable oil
- 4 lime wedges
- 1/4 cup fried garlic chips
- 1/4 cup chopped cilantro
- 1/4 cup chopped green onions
- 1 tsp chili flakes
- to taste salt
- to taste pepper
Instructions
- Step 1: Rinse 1/4 cup yellow split peas and soak in water for 30 minutes while prepping the other ingredients.
- Step 2: In a large pot, heat 2 tbsp vegetable oil over medium heat. Add 1 tsp mustard seeds and let them pop for about 30 seconds.
- Step 3: Add 1 medium finely chopped onion, 3 minced garlic cloves, and 1 tbsp grated ginger. Sauté for 5 minutes until golden and fragrant.
- Step 4: Stir in 1 tbsp curry powder and 1 tsp turmeric powder, cooking for 1 minute until aromatic.
- Step 5: Drain the soaked split peas and add them to the pot along with 3 cups chicken broth. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 20 minutes until peas are soft.
- Step 6: Add 2 cups coconut milk and 8 oz thinly sliced chicken breast to the pot. Simmer gently for 10 minutes until the chicken is cooked through.
- Step 7: Meanwhile, cook 8 oz egg noodles in boiling salted water for 3-4 minutes until al dente, then drain.
- Step 8: Season the soup with salt and pepper to taste. Divide cooked noodles into bowls and ladle the hot coconut chicken soup over them.
- Step 9: Garnish each bowl with 1/4 cup fried garlic chips, 1/4 cup chopped cilantro, 1/4 cup chopped green onions, 1 tsp chili flakes, and a wedge of lime. Serve immediately.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Spiced Burmese Khow Suey Coconut Noodle Soup take to make?
Total time is about 80 minutes (40 min prep + 40 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.
How do I store leftover Spiced Burmese Khow Suey Coconut Noodle Soup?
Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep egg noodles from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Spiced Burmese Khow Suey Coconut Noodle Soup?
Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.
How do I scale Spiced Burmese Khow Suey Coconut Noodle Soup for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 4 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 4). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.
What goes well with Spiced Burmese Khow Suey Coconut Noodle Soup?
Asian pasta like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.
