Thai Mushroom-Chicken Coconut Soup

By á-174942

Ingredients

• 1 can chicken broth - (14 oz)
• 1 can coconut milk - (13 1/2 oz)
• 1 tablespoon finely-chopped fresh ginger
• 1 pinch red pepper flakes
• 1 pound fresh white mushrooms sliced (6 cups)
• 1 cup bite-size cooked chicken pieces
• 1 medium red bell pepper cut thin strip
• 3 scallions (green onions) cut thin strips
• 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
• Salt or soy sauce to taste

Preparation

Step 1

In a medium saucepan, over medium heat, bring broth, coconut milk, ginger and pepper flakes to a boil. Stir in mushrooms, chicken, bell pepper and scallions; return to a boil. Stir in lime juice and salt to taste. Garnish with lime wedges and chopped fresh cilantro if desired.

This recipe yields 4 servings.