Coconut Soup

This Coconut Soup is a delightful blend of creamy coconut milk and fresh Thai herbs, creating a fragrant and flavorful appetizer. It's a warm and comforting dish that offers a unique twist on traditional flavors, perfect for sharing.

Ingredients

• Coconut milk - 400 ml
• Vegetable broth - 250 ml
• Lemongrass stalk - 1, chopped
• Galangal - 1 inch piece, sliced
• Kaffir lime leaves - 3, torn
• Button mushrooms - 100 grams, sliced
• Cherry tomatoes - 100 grams, halved
• Fresh cilantro - 20 grams, chopped
• Green onions - 2, sliced
• Lime juice - 2 tablespoons
• Soy sauce - 2 tablespoons
• Salt - to taste
• Chili flakes - to taste

Steps

1. In a medium pot, combine the coconut milk and vegetable broth over medium heat.
2. Add the chopped lemongrass, sliced galangal, and torn kaffir lime leaves to the pot.
3. Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer and let it cook for about 10 minutes to infuse the flavors.
4. Add the sliced mushrooms and halved cherry tomatoes to the pot and simmer for an additional 5-7 minutes until the vegetables are tender.
5. Stir in the lime juice, soy sauce, and season with salt and chili flakes to taste.
6. Remove from heat and stir in the chopped cilantro and sliced green onions just before serving.
7. Serve hot in bowls, garnished with additional cilantro if desired.

Nutrition

• Calories: 230
• Protein: 3 g
• Carbs: 18 g
• Fiber: 2 g
• Sugar: 2 g
• Sodium: 600 mg
• Cholesterol: 0 mg
• Total Fat: 18 g
• Saturated Fat: 15 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 3 g
• Water: 0.5 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in antioxidants from herbs and vegetables.
• Coconut milk provides healthy fats that can support heart health.

Tags