THAI-STYLE CHICKEN AND RICE SOUP

Thai-Style Chicken and Rice Soup image

Categories Soup/Stew Chicken Ginger Poultry Rice Coconut Curry Winter Cilantro Gourmet

Yield Makes 8 main-course servings

Number Of Ingredients 15

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Ingredients

8 cups chicken stock or low-sodium chicken broth (64 fl oz)
4 cups water
1 tablespoon Thai green curry paste*
4 garlic cloves, coarsely chopped
1 (2-inch) piece peeled fresh ginger, coarsely chopped
1 teaspoon coriander seeds, crushed
2 cups loosely packed whole fresh cilantro leaves plus 1/2 cup chopped (from 2 large bunches)
1 cup jasmine rice
3/4 lb boneless skinless chicken breast, thinly sliced crosswise, then slices cut lengthwise into thin strips, or 3/4 lb medium shrimp in shell (31 to 35 per lb), peeled and deveined
1 (13- to 14-oz) can unsweetened coconut milk, stirred well
1/4 lb snow peas, trimmed and cut diagonally into 1/4-inch strips
2 tablespoons Asian fish sauce
2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
1 1/2 teaspoons salt, or to taste
Accompaniment: lime wedges

Steps:

Combine stock, water, curry paste, garlic, ginger, coriander seeds, and whole cilantro leaves in a 3- to 4-quart saucepan, then simmer, uncovered, until ginger is softened, about 15 minutes. Pour through a paper-towel-lined sieve into a 5- to 6-quart heavy pot and discard solids. Stir rice into soup and simmer, uncovered, stirring occasionally, until tender, about 15 minutes.
Add chicken or shrimp and poach at a bare simmer, uncovered, until just cooked through, about 3 minutes. Stir in coconut milk, snow peas, and fish sauce and simmer, uncovered, until peas are crisp-tender, about 2 minutes. Remove from heat and stir in lime juice, salt, and chopped cilantro.
*Available at Asian markets, some specialty foods shops, and some supermarkets.

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Mtesghh Mghjuii

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This soup was a disappointment. The broth was bland and the chicken was dry. I wouldn't recommend this recipe.

Anna Sidlayi

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This soup was amazing! The broth was so flavorful and the chicken was cooked perfectly. I will definitely be making this again and again.

Roshan vlogs

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This soup was a bit too salty for my taste, but I still enjoyed it. I would recommend using less fish sauce next time.

Tamer Samir

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I've made this soup several times and it's always a hit. It's so easy to make and the flavors are amazing. I love that I can use whatever vegetables I have on hand.

Paradise Heaven

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This soup was delicious! I made it for a party and everyone loved it. I would definitely recommend this recipe.

Ayeni Olusegun

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I thought this soup was just okay. The broth was a bit bland and the chicken was a bit dry. I wouldn't make this again.

Mdreazhossain reaz

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This soup was a bit too spicy for my taste, but I still enjoyed it. I would recommend using less chili paste if you don't like spicy food.

Amir Zafar

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I love this soup! It's so flavorful and comforting. I always make a big batch and freeze it so I can have it on hand for a quick meal.

Fox not found

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This soup was easy to make and turned out great! I followed the recipe exactly and it was perfect. I will definitely be making this again.

Ali hayder lakho

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I'm not usually a fan of soups, but this one was amazing! The broth was so flavorful and the chicken was so tender. I would definitely recommend this recipe to anyone.

Qasim Ahmad

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This soup was a hit with my family! The flavors were so complex and delicious, and the chicken was cooked perfectly. I will definitely be making this again.

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