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Ginger Lemongrass Soup with Coconut Milk

Ginger Lemongrass Soup with Coconut Milk: A Cozy Escape

This Ginger Lemongrass Soup with Coconut Milk is a soothing and nourishing dish, perfect for vegetarian and gluten-free diets.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 bowls
Course: Soups
Cuisine: Asian
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Soup Base
  • 2 tablespoons Vegetable Oil or coconut oil for tropical twist
  • 1 medium Onion chopped
  • 3 cloves Garlic minced
  • 2 tablespoons Fresh Ginger grated
  • 2 stalks Lemongrass smashed
  • 1 can (13.5 oz) Coconut Milk light or full-fat
  • 4 cups Vegetable Broth or chicken broth as a substitute
For the Flavor Boost
  • 2 cups Mixed Vegetables seasonal varieties
  • 2 tablespoons Soy Sauce/Tamari use tamari for gluten-free
  • 1 tablespoon Lime Juice fresh
For Garnishing
  • 1/4 cup Fresh Cilantro optional, can use basil instead

Equipment

  • large pot

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a large pot, heat about 2 tablespoons of vegetable oil over medium heat until shimmering.
  2. Add one chopped onion to the pot and sauté for about 5 minutes until translucent.
  3. Next, add 3 minced garlic cloves and 2 tablespoons of grated fresh ginger, and sauté for 1 minute.
  4. Stir in 2 smashed stalks of lemongrass and cook for another minute.
  5. Pour in 1 can of coconut milk along with 4 cups of vegetable broth, stirring to blend.
  6. Once simmering, toss in your mixed seasonal vegetables and cook for about 10-15 minutes.
  7. After vegetables are tender, stir in 2 tablespoons of soy sauce or tamari and the juice of 1 lime.
  8. Ladle the soup into bowls and garnish with fresh cilantro.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 28gProtein: 4gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 13gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 9gSodium: 700mgPotassium: 400mgFiber: 4gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Use fresh ginger and lemongrass for the best flavor. Watch the heat while sautéing to prevent burning.

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