Ingredients with Measurements:
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup ground pork
- 1/2 cup chopped green onions
- 1/2 cup chopped cilantro
- 2 tablespoons fish sauce
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons sugar
- 1 tablespoon minced garlic
- 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
- 4 hard-boiled eggs, peeled and halved
- 1 lime, cut into wedges
Special equipment needed:
- Large pot
- Ladle
- Soup bowls
Step-by-step instructions:
1. In a large pot, heat vegetable oil over medium heat. Add minced garlic and cook until fragrant, about 1 minute.
2. Add ground pork and cook until browned, breaking it up into small pieces with a wooden spoon.
3. Add chicken broth, fish sauce, soy sauce, and sugar. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 10 minutes.
4. Add chopped green onions and cilantro. Simmer for another 5 minutes.
5. Ladle soup into bowls and top each with a halved hard-boiled egg.
6. Serve with lime wedges on the side.
- Time:
Preparation time: 10 minutes
- Cooking time: 20 minutes
Temperature:
- Simmer over medium-low heat
Serving size:
- 4 servings
Nutritional information:
- Calories: 240
- Fat: 14g
- Carbohydrates: 11g
- Protein: 18g
Substitutions for ingredients:
- Ground pork can be substituted with ground chicken or beef.
- Chicken broth can be substituted with vegetable broth.
Variations:
- Add sliced mushrooms for an extra umami flavor.
- Use tofu instead of ground pork for a vegetarian version.
Tips and tricks:
- Use a slotted spoon to remove any excess fat from the soup.
- Adjust the amount of fish sauce, soy sauce, and sugar to taste.
Storage instructions:
- Store leftover soup in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Reheating instructions:
- Reheat soup in a pot over medium heat until heated through.
Presentation ideas:
- Serve soup in a large bowl and let guests serve themselves.
- Garnish with additional chopped cilantro and green onions.
Garnishes:
- Chopped cilantro
- Chopped green onions
Pairings:
- Serve with steamed rice for a more filling meal.
Suggested side dishes:
- Steamed vegetables
- Fried rice
Troubleshooting advice:
- If the soup is too salty, add more chicken broth to dilute the flavor.
Food safety advice:
- Make sure to cook the ground pork thoroughly before adding it to the soup.
Food history:
- Kai Look Koei Soup is a popular Thai street food dish.
Flavor profiles:
- Savory, umami, slightly sweet
Serving suggestions:
- Serve hot as a main dish.
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Region: Thai