This is one of my favorite soups, i tried it first in Thailand and fell in love with it. Every now and then, i have a craving for this soup, but unfortunately, my kids don’t like it…too spicy, too hot…whatever! Anyway, i am making it for myself only.
I am using purchased Thai chili paste (that kills me), but everything else fresh, including my own chicken stock.
ingredients:
Chicken- i recommend 2 legs(cut in smallest bite size pieces)
Shallot- 1, chopped
Thai chili paste- 2 teaspoons
Ginger- 2 inch, cut in thin strips
Mushrooms- 5 pcs, cut
Lemongrass- i piece, white part, cut finely
Kaffir lime leaves-10 (discard after cooking)
Lime juice- 1 lime
Coconut milk- 1 can
Chicken broth- 500 ml
Fish sauce- 2 tablespoons
Cane sugar- 1 tablespoon
Fresh coriander- chopped
Chives or spring onions- for garnishing.
Directions:
heat an oil in a pan, fry shallots, mushrooms for a minuet or so, add chili paste, stir for one more minuet, set aside.
In a pot mix the rest of ingredients, add the contents from the pan. and cook for 10-15 minuets.
Garnish with chives and coriander.
This my favorite soup!
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That looks amazing! Thai chilli paste is distinct from thai curry paste, right?
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Thank you, yes these two are different.:)
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This looks awesome! I love the combination of flavors!
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Its a beuatiful dish, thanks a lot!
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I have never seen lime leaves. Is there a substitute you could recommend?
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Probably better to omit. Here in Perth in every supermarket, have a look again, maybe you will find them.:)
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I guess now that I know what I am looking for, it might be possible. Hope springs eternal.🌄
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Absolutely:)
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😍
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My family enjoys this at the restaurant. Where do u get the lime leaves? Asian market, I guess?
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Actually, they’re easily available at all supermarkets, here in Perth. Have a look.:)
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Very exotic soup! Thanks for sharing.
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thanks so much.:)
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Awesome. Will try.
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Oh god yes. One of my absolute faves. I must make this soon, but I have leftover pho right now and should probably eat something solid between!
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haha, you should.:)
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I recently saw a kid make this on MasterChef Junior and I have been salivating ever since. This looks delicious! 🙂 Great recipe!
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Thank you.:)
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Reblogged this on Home Made Dreams! and commented:
Sounds and look great. Not a big fan of mushrooms, but willing to try this one.
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oh yum ! sounds divine 🙂
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