Thai Hot and Sour Chicken Soup

Ingredients and Weight:

• Chicken broth 8 cups
• Chicken breast (boneless, skinless) 1 pound
• Lemongrass, chopped 2 stalks
• Galangal, chopped 1 inch
• Ginger, chopped 1 inch
• Garlic, minced 3 cloves
• Red chili peppers, thinly sliced 1-2 (adjust to taste)
• Lime juice 1/4 cup
• Fish sauce 2 tbsp
• Palm sugar or brown sugar 2 tbsp
• Mushrooms, sliced 8 oz
• Tomatoes, diced 1 cup
• Carrots, diced 1 cup
• Green onions, chopped for garnish

Preparation Time:

15 minutes

Cooking Time:

20 minutes

Difficulty Level:

2

Preparation Method Steps:

1. In a large pot or Dutch oven, bring the chicken broth to a simmer.
2. Add the chicken breast, lemongrass, galangal, ginger, garlic, and chili peppers.
3. Reduce heat and simmer until the chicken is cooked through, about 10-15 minutes.
4. Remove the chicken from the pot and shred or dice it.
5. Add the mushrooms, tomatoes, carrots, lime juice, fish sauce, and palm sugar to the pot.
6. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 10 minutes, or until the vegetables are tender.
7. Add the shredded chicken back to the pot and heat through.
8. Garnish with green onions and serve hot.

Nutritional Information: Per serving (1 cup):

• Calories: 200
• Fat: 5 grams
• Saturated fat: 1 gram
• Cholesterol: 25 mg
• Sodium: 500 mg
• Carbohydrates: 20 grams
• Protein: 15 grams

Dish Characteristics:

• Spicy and sour with a hint of sweetness
• Savory and umami flavors from the chicken, vegetables, and spices
• Light and refreshing with a healthy dose of vegetables

User Comments:

• "This soup is so flavorful and addictive! The perfect comfort food on a cold day."
• "I reduced the chili peppers and it was still nice and spicy. Perfect balance of flavors."
• "I love the use of lemongrass and galangal, it gives the soup a unique and authentic Thai flavor."
• "This soup is a great way to use up leftover chicken. It's so easy to make and always a hit."
• "I would highly recommend this soup to anyone who loves Thai food or is looking for a healthy and flavorful meal."

Special Precautions and Tips:

• If you don't have lemongrass or galangal, you can substitute with 2 teaspoons of each in ground form.
• Adjust the amount of chili peppers to your desired spice level.
• Serve with jasmine rice or noodles for a more filling meal.
• This soup can be made ahead of time and reheated when ready to serve.