Put all that leftover turkey to good use in this tasty soup. It’s quick and easy to make and is loaded with color and flavor thanks to red curry paste, carrots, peppers, mushrooms, and snow peas. Since this recipe is built around leftover turkey, I included one extra ingredient this week—fresh cilantro for a bright finish.
Red curry paste is a staple in many Thai dishes and a really versatile ingredient to keep around. The components within it can vary but the basics usually include red chili peppers, garlic, sea salt, lemongrass, turmeric, and shrimp paste. Chili peppers are high in vitamin C and other antioxidants, and turmeric is always a superstar spice when it comes to fighting inflammation. Lemongrass also contains powerful anti-inflammatory compounds like chlorogenic acid, isoorientin, and swertiajaponin.
I love hearty soups like this that serve as a nourishing meal in one bowl. I hope you enjoy it, too!
Wishing you health and happiness,
Mark Hyman, MD