Salmon Noodle Soup with Red Curry, Lime, and Coriander Recipe
Introduction
This Salmon Noodle Soup is a vibrant and comforting dish, bursting with Thai flavors and fresh ingredients. It combines tender salmon, aromatic curry, and wholesome vegetables for a quick and satisfying meal.

Ingredients
- 1 litre low-salt chicken stock
- 2 tsp Thai red curry paste
- 100g flat rice noodles
- 150g pack shiitake mushrooms, sliced
- 125g pack baby corn, sliced
- 2 skinless salmon fillets, sliced
- Juice of 2 limes
- 1 tbsp reduced-salt soy sauce
- Pinch of brown sugar
- Small bunch coriander, chopped
Instructions
- Step 1: Pour the chicken stock into a large pan and bring it to a boil. Stir in the Thai red curry paste until well combined.
- Step 2: Add the flat rice noodles to the pan and cook for 8 minutes, allowing them to soften completely.
- Step 3: Tip in the sliced shiitake mushrooms and baby corn, then cook for an additional 2 minutes.
- Step 4: Add the sliced salmon fillets to the pan and cook for 3 minutes or until the salmon is cooked through and tender.
- Step 5: Remove the pan from heat and stir in the lime juice, soy sauce, and a pinch of brown sugar to balance the flavors.
- Step 6: Ladle the soup into 4 bowls and sprinkle with chopped coriander just before serving.
Tips & Variations
- For a vegetarian option, replace chicken stock with vegetable stock and omit the salmon, adding tofu instead.
- Add a handful of spinach or bok choy in the final minutes for extra greens.
- Adjust the amount of curry paste based on your preferred spice level.
- Use fresh coriander leaves for a more vibrant garnish and flavor.
Storage
Store any leftover soup in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days. Reheat gently on the stove, stirring occasionally. For best texture, consider cooking the noodles and salmon fresh when reheating, as they can become soft if stored together.
How to Serve

Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.
FAQs
Can I use frozen salmon for this soup?
Yes, you can use frozen salmon fillets. Just make sure to thaw them completely before slicing and adding to the soup to ensure even cooking.
What can I substitute if I don’t have Thai red curry paste?
If you don’t have Thai red curry paste, you can use a mix of red chili flakes, garlic, ginger, and a splash of fish sauce or soy sauce to mimic the flavor, though it won’t be exactly the same.
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Salmon Noodle Soup with Red Curry, Lime, and Coriander Recipe
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Diet: Low Salt
Description
A flavorful and comforting Thai-inspired salmon noodle soup featuring tender salmon fillets, flat rice noodles, shiitake mushrooms, and baby corn, all simmered in a fragrant red curry broth with a zesty lime finish and fresh coriander.
Ingredients
Broth and Base
- 1 liter low-salt chicken stock
- 2 tsp Thai red curry paste
Noodles and Vegetables
- 100g flat rice noodles
- 150g pack shiitake mushrooms, sliced
- 125g pack baby corn, sliced
Protein and Seasoning
- 2 skinless salmon fillets, sliced
- Juice of 2 limes
- 1 tbsp reduced-salt soy sauce
- Pinch of brown sugar
- Small bunch coriander, chopped
Instructions
- Prepare the broth: Pour the low-salt chicken stock into a large pan and bring it to a boil over medium-high heat. Once boiling, stir in the Thai red curry paste until well combined to infuse the soup with rich curry flavor.
- Cook the noodles: Add the flat rice noodles to the boiling broth and let them cook for 8 minutes, allowing them to soften and absorb the curry-infused stock.
- Add mushrooms and baby corn: Stir in the sliced shiitake mushrooms and baby corn into the soup. Cook together for an additional 2 minutes to ensure the vegetables are tender but still retain some crunch.
- Cook the salmon: Gently add the sliced skinless salmon fillets to the pan. Cook for 3 minutes or until the salmon is fully cooked and opaque, stirring carefully to avoid breaking the fillets.
- Finish the soup: Remove the pan from heat. Stir in the fresh lime juice, reduced-salt soy sauce, and a pinch of brown sugar to balance the flavors with a tangy and slightly sweet finish.
- Serve: Ladle the hot soup into 4 bowls and sprinkle with chopped fresh coriander just before serving for a burst of herbal freshness and color.
Notes
- Using low-salt chicken stock and reduced-salt soy sauce helps keep the sodium content in check for a healthier soup.
- Flat rice noodles are preferred as they soak up the curry broth nicely, but you can substitute with other rice noodles if needed.
- Adjust the amount of Thai red curry paste to make the soup milder or spicier to your taste.
- Ensure salmon fillets are carefully sliced to allow quick and even cooking in the broth.
- Fresh lime juice added off the heat preserves its bright, tangy flavor and prevents bitterness.
- For a vegetarian version, substitute the chicken stock with vegetable stock and replace salmon with tofu or extra mushrooms.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Thai
Keywords: salmon noodle soup, Thai red curry soup, healthy soup recipe, easy noodle soup, shiitake mushroom soup, baby corn soup

