Gaeng Som

Gaeng Som is a traditional Thai sour curry that features a vibrant mix of fresh vegetables and a flavorful broth. It's a light yet satisfying dish perfect for a healthy lunch.

Ingredients

• water - 500 ml
• tamarind paste - 2 tablespoons
• fish sauce - 2 tablespoons
• palm sugar - 1 tablespoon
• lemongrass - 1 stalk, chopped
• kaffir lime leaves - 3, torn
• fresh turmeric - 1 teaspoon, grated (or 1/2 teaspoon ground turmeric)
• green beans - 100 grams, cut into 3 cm pieces
• carrot - 1 medium, sliced
• zucchini - 1 small, sliced
• white fish fillets (such as snapper or cod) - 200 grams, cut into bite-sized pieces
• fresh coriander - for garnish

Steps

1. In a medium saucepan, bring the water to a boil over medium heat.
2. Add the tamarind paste, fish sauce, and palm sugar, stirring until the sugar has dissolved.
3. Add the chopped lemongrass, torn kaffir lime leaves, and grated turmeric to the pot. Let it simmer for 5 minutes to infuse the flavors.
4. Add the green beans and carrot slices to the pot, cooking for another 5 minutes until they start to soften.
5. Stir in the zucchini slices and fish fillets, cooking for an additional 5-7 minutes until the fish is cooked through and the vegetables are tender.
6. Taste the broth and adjust seasoning if necessary, adding more fish sauce or sugar as desired.
7. Remove from heat and serve hot, garnished with fresh coriander.

Nutrition

• Calories: 220
• Protein: 22 g
• Carbs: 24 g
• Fiber: 5 g
• Sugar: 6 g
• Sodium: 950 mg
• Cholesterol: 60 mg
• Total Fat: 5 g
• Saturated Fat: 1 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 4 g
• Water: 0.5 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in vitamins and minerals from fresh vegetables.
• Low in calories and high in protein, making it suitable for weight management.

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