Ingredients with Measurements:
- 1 cup jasmine rice
- 4 cups water
- 1 pound ground pork
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon fish sauce
- 1 teaspoon sugar
- 1/4 teaspoon white pepper
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 2 eggs, beaten
- 1/4 cup chopped cilantro
- 2 green onions, thinly sliced
- 1 lime, cut into wedges
Special equipment needed: None
Step-by-step instructions:
1. Rinse the rice in a fine mesh strainer and drain well.
2. In a medium pot, bring the water to a boil. Add the rice and stir well. Reduce the heat to low, cover the pot, and simmer for 15 minutes.
3. In a large skillet, cook the ground pork over medium-high heat until browned and cooked through, about 8 minutes.
4. Add the garlic, soy sauce, fish sauce, sugar, and white pepper to the skillet. Stir well and cook for 1 minute.
5. Add the chicken broth to the skillet and bring to a simmer.
6. Use a fork to fluff the cooked rice and add it to the skillet. Stir well to combine.
7. Slowly pour the beaten eggs into the skillet, stirring constantly.
8. Cook for 2-3 minutes, until the eggs are set and the soup is hot.
9. Ladle the soup into bowls and garnish with cilantro, green onions, and lime wedges.
Time:
Preparation time: 10 minutes
Cooking time: 25 minutes
Temperature:
Simmer
Serving size:
4 servings
Nutritional information:
Calories: 400
Fat: 18g
Carbohydrates: 34g
Protein: 25g
Sodium: 1300mg
Substitutions for ingredients:
Ground pork can be substituted with ground chicken or turkey. Chicken broth can be substituted with vegetable broth for a vegetarian version.
Variations:
Add sliced mushrooms or diced tofu for extra protein and flavor.
Tips and tricks:
To make the soup thicker, use less chicken broth. To make it thinner, add more broth.
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 on the stove over medium heat until hot.
Presentation ideas:
Serve the soup in bowls with a lime wedge on the side.
Garnishes:
Cilantro, green onions, and lime wedges.
Pairings:
This soup pairs well with steamed vegetables or a side salad.
Suggested side dishes:
Steamed vegetables or a side salad.
Troubleshooting advice:
If the soup is too thick, add more chicken broth. If it is too thin, simmer it for a few more minutes to reduce the liquid.
Food safety advice:
Make sure to cook the ground pork to an internal temperature of 160°F to ensure it is safe to eat.
Food history:
Khao Tom Moo Sap is a popular Thai rice soup that is often eaten for breakfast.
Flavor profiles:
This soup is savory, slightly sweet, and has a hint of spice from the white pepper.
Serving suggestions:
Serve the soup hot with a lime wedge on the side.
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Region: Thai