THAI SALMON SOUP

Thai Salmon Soup image

Provided by barbara lentz

Time 30m

Number Of Ingredients 16

1 Tbsp canola oil
2 clove garlic minced
1 Tbsp ginger grated
1 small onion diced
4 red chilies sliced
1 stalk(s) lemongrass bruised
4 kaffir lime leaves broken
14 oz can coconut milk
2 c vegetable broth
1/4 c fish sauce
juice of 1 lime
8 oz skinless salmon sliced
1 c each fennel and spinach chopped
1 carrot thinly sliced
1 stalk(s) green onion chopped
1/4 c cilantro chopped

Steps:

1. In a large pot add oil and add the garlic, ginger, onion, chili pepper, lemongrass, and kaffir leaves. Cook on medium heat two minutes to release the flavors.
2. Pour in the coconut milk and vegetable broth. Bring to a boil and reduce heat to a simmer and simmer for 15 minutes
3. Strain the broth and discard the solids. Place the broth back on stove and add the fennel and fish sauce. Cook 2 minutes. Add the spinach and carrots. Cook 1 minutes. Add the salmon and lime juice. Cook 3 to 4 minutes. Add the cilantro and green onions serve