Ingredients with Measurements:
- 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
- 1 onion, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon ginger, grated
- 1 tablespoon fish sauce
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 1 can coconut milk
- 1 cup sliced shiitake mushrooms
- 1 cup sliced bok choy
- 1 cup cooked chicken, shredded
- 1 package mami noodles
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 green onions, sliced
- 1 lime, cut into wedges
Special equipment needed: None
Step-by-step instructions:
1. Heat the vegetable oil in a large pot over medium heat.
2. Add the onion, garlic, and ginger. Cook until the onion is translucent, about 5 minutes.
3. Add the fish sauce and stir to combine.
4. Pour in the chicken broth and coconut milk. Bring to a boil.
5. Add the shiitake mushrooms, bok choy, and cooked chicken. Simmer for 10 minutes.
6. Cook the mami noodles according to package instructions.
7. Drain the noodles and add them to the soup.
8. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
9. Ladle the soup into bowls and garnish with green onions and lime wedges.
30 minutes
Temperature: Medium heat
Serving size: 4-6 servings
Nutritional information:
- Calories: 350
- Fat: 18g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Protein: 24g
- Sodium: 900mg
Substitutions for ingredients:
- Vegetable oil can be substituted with any neutral oil.
- Chicken broth can be substituted with vegetable broth.
- Shiitake mushrooms can be substituted with any mushroom.
- Bok choy can be substituted with any leafy green vegetable.
- Cooked chicken can be substituted with cooked shrimp or tofu.
- Mami noodles can be substituted with any egg noodle.
Variations:
- Add sliced jalapenos for a spicy kick.
- Use beef broth and sliced beef instead of chicken for a different flavor.
- Add a tablespoon of curry powder for a curry coconut mami soup.
Tips and tricks:
- Cook the noodles separately to prevent them from becoming mushy.
- Use fresh ginger for the best flavor.
- Adjust the amount of fish sauce to your liking.
Storage instructions:
- Store leftover soup in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Reheating instructions:
- Reheat the soup in a pot over medium heat until heated through.
Presentation ideas:
- Serve the soup in a large bowl with the garnishes arranged on top.
Garnishes:
- Sliced green onions and lime wedges.
Pairings:
- Serve with a side of steamed rice.
Suggested side dishes:
- Steamed rice
- Spring rolls
- Fried wontons
Troubleshooting advice:
- If the soup is too salty, add more chicken broth or coconut milk to dilute the saltiness.
Food safety advice:
- Make sure to cook the chicken to an internal temperature of 165°F to prevent foodborne illness.
Food history:
- Mami noodles are a type of egg noodle that originated in the Philippines.
Flavor profiles:
- The soup has a creamy and slightly sweet coconut flavor with a savory umami taste from the fish sauce.
Serving suggestions:
- Serve the soup hot with a side of steamed rice and lime wedges.
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Region: Filipino
Taste: Savory, Coconutty, Creamy, Comforting