THAI CLEAR SOUP WITH SWEET AND SOUR CHILE

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This is out of a cookbook called "Chiles"...now that's simple...hubby and I love hot and spicy foods so this is right up our alley...enjoy! Preparation time includes soaking the Chinese mushrooms...

Provided by teresas

Categories     Clear Soup

Time 1h

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

3 dried Chinese mushrooms (optional)
3 3/4 cups chicken broth
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 tablespoon ginger, pickled and slices
1 1/2 tablespoons rice vinegar
2 teaspoons soft brown sugar
1 chicken breast, very finely sliced
4 scallions, sliced
2 stalks lemongrass, halved lengthwise
1 red Thai chile
salt & freshly ground black pepper, to taste
fresh cilantro leaves, to garnish

Steps:

  • If using the Chinese mushrooms, place them in a small bowl, cover with boiling water and soak for 30 minutes.
  • Place the broth, garlic, ginger, rice vinegar, and brown sugar in a pan and heat, stirring constantly, until gently simmering.
  • Add the chicken, scallions, lemongrass, red chile, and Chinese mushrooms, if using, and continue to simmer for 15 to 20 minutes until chicken is cooked through.
  • Taste and adjust the seasoning, remove the lemongrass, then serve the soup, garnished with fresh cilantro leaves.

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