Lemongrass Chicken Coconut Soup

Copyright 2014 by Jacqueline Peppard, all rights reserved

This dish is also known as tom kha gai. My version uses red sweet pepper instead
of the Thai red chili. However, people could always spice up their individual portion
with red chili oil served on the side.

Tools:

• Soup Pot
• Skillets
• Mesh Strainers
• Measuring Spoons
• Measuring Cups
• Zester/Grater
• Ladle
• Spoon

Ingredients:

2 TBS olive or coconut oil, divided
1 TBS toasted sesame oil, divided
2 to 4 garlic cloves, minced
8-inch stalk fresh lemongrass,
tough outer layers removed,
finely sliced
1-inch piece galangal ginger
or regular ginger, minced
(about ½ TBS)
6 scallions, sliced thin,
divided into 2 equal portions
6 cups chicken stock
6 to 10 fresh kaffir lime leaves or
1 TBS lime zest
1 can coconut milk (2 cups)
¼ cup fresh lime juice
(if not using kaffir lime leaves)
½ TSP saffron or turmeric
2 chicken breasts, sliced or 2 cups shredded roasted chicken
1 red pepper, sliced ¼ inch thick
1 bunch fresh cilantro, trimmed
and chopped, for garnish

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Panang – Thai Red Curry

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Serves 6

This is one of my all time favorite recipes. The fragrance that arises from the spices, the contrasting colors, and the rich texture of the coconut on the tongue provides a multi-sensory experience. This is my comfort food! The coconut red curry is a great base for any type of meat or fermented soy product you would like to throw in for protein. I like to make the coconut soup base and throw in meat as I need it, for example, a half cup of cooked frozen baby shrimp put on the bottom of a bowl, and then ladle hot Panang on top. The hot soup defrosts the shrimp in a flash. Or maybe, stir-fried chicken/beef, pot roast, or maybe oven roasted chicken thighs thrown in whole. Easy!

Authentic Thai seasoning is what makes the dish, Galangal, Kaffir Lime Leaves, and Red Curry Paste.

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