Monday, September 7, 2015

Thai Hot and Sour Soup

3 C. chicken stock
1 T. tom yum paste
1/2 clove garlic, finely chopped
3 stalks lemon grass, cut into 4-6 inch pieces
2 kaffir lime leaves
2 skinless, boneless chicken breast halves - shredded
4 ounces fresh mushrooms, thinly sliced
1 T. fish sauce
1 T. lime juice
2 green chile peppers
1 bunch fresh coriander (cilantro), chopped
1 sprig fresh basil, chopped

Optional: Add a small amount of coconut milk at the end.

Directions:

1.  In a large saucepan, bring the chicken stock to a boil. Stir in the tom yum paste and garlic, and cook for about 2 minutes. Stir in the lemon grass and kaffir lime leaves. Place the chicken in the saucepan, and cook 5 minutes, or until no longer pink and juices run clear.

2.  Mix in the mushrooms. Add the fish sauce, lime juice, and green chile pepper. Continue cooking until well blended. Remove from heat, and serve warm with the coriander and basil.

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