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Bowl of Thai curry pasta with basil, lime, peanuts.

Thai Curry Pasta

A delicious fusion of creamy Thai curry and comforting pasta, packed with bold flavors and ready in under 30 minutes.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Course Main Course
Cuisine Fusion, Thai
Servings 4 bowls

Equipment

  • Large pot
  • Strainer
  • Wooden spoon
  • Bowl
  • Knife
  • Chopping board

Ingredients
  

  • 8 oz linguine pasta or spaghetti
  • 1 tbsp vegetable oil
  • 2 tbsp red curry paste
  • 1 can coconut milk 13.5 oz, full-fat
  • 1 cup vegetable broth
  • 2 tsp fish sauce optional
  • 1 tbsp soy sauce
  • 1 tsp brown sugar
  • 1 red bell pepper sliced
  • 1 carrot julienned
  • 1 cup snap peas
  • 2 green onions chopped, for garnish
  • 1 lime cut into wedges, for serving
  • 1 handful cilantro roughly chopped, for garnish

Instructions
 

  • Cook the pasta according to the package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
  • In a large pot, heat the vegetable oil over medium heat.
  • Add the red curry paste and sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
  • Stir in the coconut milk, vegetable broth, fish sauce (if using), soy sauce, and brown sugar. Bring to a gentle simmer.
  • Add the red bell pepper, carrot, and snap peas. Cook for 5-7 minutes until the vegetables are tender but still crisp.
  • Toss the cooked pasta into the curry sauce, stirring until the pasta is well-coated.
  • Divide the curry pasta into bowls and garnish each serving with chopped green onions, cilantro, and a lime wedge.

Notes

For a vegetarian version, skip the fish sauce and add extra soy sauce or a splash of lime juice for a tangy kick.
Keyword Comfort Food, Fusion, Pasta, Thai Curry