Ease of preparation rating: Easy
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients:
2 stalks lemongrass
4 cups (950 ml) chicken broth
2 tablespoons (30 ml) Thai chili paste
1 cup (240 ml) mushrooms, sliced
1 teaspoon (5 ml) sugar
1 medium onion, sliced
2-inch piece ginger, quartered
2 limes, juice
¼ cup (60 ml) fish sauce
¼ cup (60 ml) cilantro, chopped
Method:
Cut lemongrass in half lengthwise and discard outermost layer. Lightly smash with a back of knife to bring out juices.
In a large pot over medium heat, add chicken broth and chili paste, mix until combined.
Bring broth to a simmer.
Add mushrooms, sugar, lemongrass, onion, and ginger, then simmer for twenty minutes.
Turn off heat and let sit for five minutes
Remove large pieces of lemongrass and ginger.
Finish with lime juice, fish sauce, and cilantro.
