Aromatic Burmese Coconut Chicken Noodle Soup
Known as Ohn No Kauk Swe, this Burmese classic offers a velvety, golden broth thickened with chickpea flour for a unique and satisfying texture. It is a perfect harmony of creamy coconut milk and savory spices, finished with vibrant toppings that make every bowl a personalized adventure.
In short
Aromatic Burmese Coconut Chicken Noodle Soup takes about 40 minutes (15 min prep, 25 min cooking), serves 4 and needs 13 ingredients.
Ingredients
- Chicken thighs, diced500 g
- Coconut milk400 ml
- Egg noodles300 g
- Chickpea flour4 tbsp
- Shallots, finely chopped3 stk
- Garlic, minced3 cloves
- Fresh ginger, grated1 tbsp
- Turmeric powder1 tsp
- Paprika1 tsp
- Fish sauce2 tbsp
- Chicken stock500 ml
- Hard-boiled eggs, halved2 stk
- Fresh cilantro and lime wedgesfor serving
Instructions
- 1
Heat oil in a large pot and sauté the shallots, garlic, and ginger until fragrant. Stir in the turmeric and paprika to release their vibrant colors and oils.
- 2
Add the diced chicken to the pot and cook until browned on all sides. Stir in the fish sauce for a deep umami base.
- 3
Whisk the chickpea flour with a little water to create a smooth slurry. Pour this into the pot along with the chicken stock and coconut milk, stirring constantly to avoid lumps.
- 4
Let the soup simmer gently for 15 minutes until the chicken is tender and the broth has thickened into a rich, creamy consistency.
- 5
While the soup simmers, boil the egg noodles according to package instructions. Drain and divide them into four deep bowls.
- 6
Ladle the hot coconut broth over the noodles. Top each bowl with half a boiled egg, fresh cilantro, and a generous squeeze of lime for the perfect zesty finish.
Questions and answers
How long does Aromatic Burmese Coconut Chicken Noodle Soup take?
About 40 minutes in total: 15 minutes prep and 25 minutes cooking.
How many servings does it make?
The recipe serves 4.
What ingredients do I need?
You need 13 ingredients: Chicken thighs, diced, Coconut milk, Egg noodles, Chickpea flour, Shallots, finely chopped, Garlic, minced …. With Veloop you can add them all to your shopping list.
