Hot and Spicy Tofu Thai Soup

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Ingredients

  • 1/2 red bell pepper, thinly sliced
  • 1/2 medium carrot, thinly sliced
  • 1 tbsp minced ginger
  • 3 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1/2 pound green beans
  • 4 cups vegetable broth
  • dried red pepper flakes, to taste (or use Siracha)
  • 3 tbsp chile sauce
  • 1/2 pound firm tofu (or substitute shrimp, chicken, scallops)
  • 2 tbsp dark sesame oil
  • 1 tbsp reduced-salt soy sauce

Preparation

Step 1

Heat oil and add garlic and ginger, cook until softened, about 1 minute. Add veggies and sauté until softened, about 4 minutes.

Add broth, chili sauce, soya sauce, and crushed pepper (or Siracha). Bring to a boil and add tofu and cook for another minute.

Serve with chopped fresh coriander or parsley.