THAI CUCUMBER SOUP

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This spicy, sweet and sour soup is a Thai classic. Serve garnished with additional cucumber slices and parsley, and perhaps over rice.

Provided by Dayna Finley Jackson

Categories     Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes     Soup Recipes     Vegetable Soup Recipes

Time 1h5m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 16

2 tablespoons butter
2 tablespoons sliced green onion
3 cucumbers, peeled and chopped
⅓ cup red wine vinegar
1 quart chicken broth
2 cups water
3 hot chile peppers, seeded and minced
3 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
1 tablespoon chopped fresh cilantro
1 tablespoon lemon grass, chopped
1 tablespoon fresh garlic, minced
1 tablespoon fish sauce
1 teaspoon soy sauce
1 teaspoon ground ginger
salt and ground black pepper to taste
½ cup sour cream

Steps:

  • Melt the butter in a deep pan over medium heat. Add the green onions, and cook until soft. Stir in the cucumbers, vinegar, chicken broth, water, chile peppers, parsley, cilantro, lemon grass, garlic, fish sauce, soy sauce, and ginger. Season to taste with salt and pepper. Simmer over medium heat until the cucumbers are soft, about 20 minutes. Stir in the sour cream until evenly blended, and simmer 10 minutes more.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 115.5 calories, Carbohydrate 10.3 g, Cholesterol 18.6 mg, Fat 8.1 g, Fiber 1.2 g, Protein 2.4 g, SaturatedFat 5 g, Sodium 278.3 mg, Sugar 3.7 g

Fyness Mwandira
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This is a great soup for a hot summer day. It's light and refreshing, and the cucumber gives it a nice crunch.


Asak Mia
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I'm not a big fan of cucumber soup, but this recipe changed my mind. It's so flavorful and refreshing. I will definitely be making it again!


morata murdock
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This soup is easy to make and it's absolutely delicious! I love the combination of flavors and textures. The cucumber gives it a nice crunch, and the coconut milk makes it creamy and rich.


Derek Franklin
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This soup is delicious! The flavors are perfectly balanced and the cucumber gives it a nice crunch. I will definitely be making this again!


Vinnette
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This soup is a great way to cool off on a hot summer day. It's also a healthy and refreshing meal. I love the addition of the peanuts and cilantro. They really add a nice touch of flavor.


Saraht Kumar
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I made this soup for my family and they loved it! It's a great soup for a weeknight meal. It's quick and easy to make, and it's also very affordable.


Carl Porter
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This soup is a great way to use up leftover cucumbers. It's also a healthy and delicious meal. I highly recommend it!


Joydeb Ghosh
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I'm not usually a fan of cucumber soup, but this recipe changed my mind. It's so flavorful and refreshing. I will definitely be making it again!


Moon lightbae2022
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This soup is delicious! I love the creamy coconut milk and the crunchy cucumbers. It's the perfect soup for a hot summer day.


Tre Ashley
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This soup is a must-try for anyone who loves Thai food. It's flavorful, refreshing, and easy to make. I highly recommend it!


Samson John
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I followed the recipe exactly and the soup turned out perfectly! It's a great balance of sweet, sour, and salty. I especially love the addition of the peanuts and cilantro. They really add a nice touch of flavor.


HYPER SAJI
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This soup is so easy to make and it's absolutely delicious! I love the combination of flavors and textures. The cucumber gives it a nice crunch, and the coconut milk makes it creamy and rich. I'll definitely be making this again!


Major TrustedBaby
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I made this soup for a party last weekend and it was a huge hit! Everyone loved the unique flavor and the beautiful presentation. I will definitely be making this again for my next potluck.


Ibiwari waribo
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This soup was a delicious and refreshing change from the usual heavy soups I make in the winter. The flavors were perfectly balanced, and the cucumber gave it a light and summery feel. I will definitely be making this again!