Soup: Coconut Tofu

Ingredients for 3 to 4 servings

1 stalk lemongrass, smashed and cut into 1-inch pieces

1/2 inch galangal root, thinly sliced

4 kaffir lime leaves, deveined and shredded

4 fresh hot chilies, cut in half

2cups unsweetened coconut milk

1 cup water 2 tsp sugar

2 tsp salt

6 oz fresh, pressed tofu, cut into 1/4-inch strips

4 oz button mushrooms, quartered

4 tbsp fresh lime juice

Fresh coriander leaves.

Preparation

Mix and reserve lemongrass, galangal, lime leaves, and chilies in a bowl.

Heat coconut milk and water i a saucepan for 2-3 minutes, but do not let it boil.  Reduce heat to medium and add reserved lemon grass, galangal, lime leave, chilies, sugar, and salt and stir for 1 minute.  Add tofu, mushrooms and lime juice and cook for 2 to 3 minute until tender.

Transfer into soup bowls and serve immediately, garnished with red pepper and fresh coriander leaves.

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