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Prawn Noodle Soup with Bok Choy Recipe

Ingredients with Measurements:
- 1 pound raw prawns, peeled and deveined
- 8 cups chicken or vegetable broth
- 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
- 1 onion, chopped
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 tablespoon ginger, grated
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon fish sauce
- 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
- 1 teaspoon sugar
- 1 teaspoon sesame oil
- 8 ounces dried rice noodles
- 4 baby bok choy, halved
- 1 red chili, sliced
- 2 green onions, sliced
- Salt and pepper to taste

Special equipment needed:
- Large pot
- Strainer
- Soup ladle

Step-by-step instructions:

1. Heat the vegetable oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add the onion, garlic, and ginger and sauté until fragrant, about 2 minutes.

2. Add the chicken or vegetable broth, soy sauce, fish sauce, rice vinegar, sugar, and sesame oil. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and let simmer for 10 minutes.

3. Add the prawns and cook until they turn pink, about 3-5 minutes. Remove the prawns with a slotted spoon and set aside.

4. Add the dried rice noodles to the pot and cook according to package instructions.

5. Add the baby bok choy to the pot and cook until wilted, about 2-3 minutes.

6. Divide the noodles and bok choy among 4 bowls. Ladle the broth over the noodles and bok choy.

7. Top each bowl with the cooked prawns, sliced chili, and green onions. Season with salt and pepper to taste.


- Time:
Preparation time: 15 minutes
- Cooking time: 20 minutes
Temperature:
- Medium heat
Serving size:
- 4 servings

Nutritional information:
- Calories: 350
- Fat: 5g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Protein: 25g

Substitutions for ingredients:
- Shrimp can be substituted for prawns.
- Any type of broth can be used.
- Any type of noodles can be used.
- Baby spinach can be substituted for bok choy.

Variations:
- Add sliced mushrooms to the soup.
- Use tofu instead of prawns for a vegetarian version.
- Add a tablespoon of chili paste for extra spice.

Tips and tricks:
- Make sure to devein the prawns before cooking.
- Soak the dried rice noodles in hot water for 10 minutes before cooking.
- Add the prawns at the end of cooking to prevent overcooking.

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 the soup in a large bowl with chopsticks and a spoon.

Garnishes:
- Sliced chili and green onions

Pairings:
- Serve with a side of steamed rice.

Suggested side dishes:
- Steamed rice
- Spring rolls

Troubleshooting advice:
- If the soup is too salty, add more broth or water to dilute the saltiness.

Food safety advice:
- Make sure to cook the prawns thoroughly to prevent foodborne illness.

Food history:
- Prawn noodle soup is a popular dish in Southeast Asia, particularly in Malaysia and Singapore.

Flavor profiles:
- Salty, savory, and slightly sweet.

Serving suggestions:
- Serve hot as a main dish.

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Region: Thai

Taste: Savory, Umami, Spicy, Fragrant, Tangy