Gaeng Som Pak

Gaeng Som Pak is a vibrant and tangy Thai soup, perfect for those seeking a refreshing vegan option. This dish features an array of vegetables simmered in a flavorful tamarind broth, making it a delightful and nourishing choice.

Ingredients

• Water - 500 ml
• Tamarind paste - 30 g
• Vegetable broth powder - 1 tsp
• Turmeric powder - 1/2 tsp
• Garlic - 3 cloves, minced
• Shallots - 2, thinly sliced
• Green beans - 100 g, cut into 2 cm pieces
• Carrot - 1 medium, sliced
• Thai eggplant - 2, quartered
• Bamboo shoots - 100 g, sliced
• Cherry tomatoes - 100 g, halved
• Fresh cilantro - for garnish
• Lime - 1, juiced
• Chili powder - to taste

Steps

1. In a medium pot, bring 500 ml of water to a simmer over medium heat.
2. Add the tamarind paste and vegetable broth powder, stirring until dissolved.
3. Add turmeric powder, minced garlic, and sliced shallots to the pot, and cook for 2-3 minutes until fragrant.
4. Introduce the green beans, carrot, Thai eggplant, and bamboo shoots to the broth, cooking for about 10 minutes until the vegetables are tender.
5. Add the cherry tomatoes and simmer for an additional 5 minutes.
6. Remove the pot from heat and stir in lime juice and chili powder to taste.
7. Serve hot, garnished with fresh cilantro.

Nutrition

• Calories: 150
• Protein: 4 g
• Carbs: 30 g
• Fiber: 8 g
• Sugar: 6 g
• Sodium: 400 mg
• Cholesterol: 0 mg
• Total Fat: 1 g
• Saturated Fat: 0 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 1 g
• Water: 0.5 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in antioxidants from fresh vegetables.
• Contains anti-inflammatory properties from turmeric.

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