Coconut Curry Noodle Bowl

I know that traditional pasta dishes aren’t solely responsible for the obesity in our society. The toxicity in our food culture extends way beyond simple bowls of starchy noodles. There are the sugar-packed drinks served up at coffee shops. The fried fast-food meals being handed through car windows. The packaged snacks falling out of vending machines. The supersized portions that our stomachs have slowly become accustomed to. And the list goes on.

No, pasta isn’t the only problem.

But by making the switch from traditional noodles to noodles made with vegetables, you will be taking a step in the right direction. One small step toward shedding those accumulated pounds. One small step toward reclaiming your energy. One small step in your quest for good health. One small step toward showing your kids a better way to eat.

This dish tastes like a bowl of flavorful, naughty take-out noodles that should be only eaten for a cheat meal. And yet it’s really made with wholesome, fiber-filled veggies.

Note: This dish was made vegan, but you could easily add strips of sautéed beef that have been seasoned generously with salt and pepper. Brown the beef in the skillet first, remove it from the pan, and then toss it in with the noodles right before serving. And feel free to play around with the amount of red curry paste, which plays a starring role in the dish but can be adjusted depending on your desired spice level. Two tablespoons’ worth will give you tons of flavor without being too spicy for the kids.