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Queensland Grass-Cloth and Coconut Soup Recipe

Ingredients with Measurements:
- 1 tablespoon coconut oil
- 1 onion, chopped
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 tablespoon ginger, grated
- 1 teaspoon turmeric
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- 1 teaspoon coriander
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 4 cups vegetable broth
- 1 can coconut milk
- 1 cup grass-cloth noodles
- 1 cup mushrooms, sliced
- 1 cup bok choy, chopped
- 1 lime, juiced
- 1/4 cup cilantro, chopped

Special equipment needed:
- None

Step-by-step instructions:

1. In a large pot, heat the coconut oil over medium heat.
2. Add the onion, garlic, and ginger and sauté for 2-3 minutes until fragrant.
3. Add the turmeric, cumin, coriander, paprika, cinnamon, salt, and black pepper and stir to combine.
4. Add the vegetable broth and coconut milk and bring to a boil.
5. Add the grass-cloth noodles, mushrooms, and bok choy and simmer for 10-15 minutes until the noodles are tender and the vegetables are cooked.
6. Stir in the lime juice and cilantro.
7. Serve hot.


- Time:
Preparation time: 10 minutes
- Cooking time: 20 minutes
Temperature:
- Medium heat
Serving size:
- 4 servings

Nutritional information:
- Calories: 220
- Fat: 16g
- Carbohydrates: 17g
- Protein: 4g
- Fiber: 3g

Substitutions for ingredients:
- Grass-cloth noodles can be substituted with rice noodles or soba noodles.
- Bok choy can be substituted with spinach or kale.

Variations:
- Add cooked chicken or shrimp for a protein boost.
- Add diced sweet potato or butternut squash for a sweeter flavor.
- Add red pepper flakes for a spicier soup.

Tips and tricks:
- Be sure to rinse the grass-cloth noodles in cold water before adding them to the soup to prevent them from sticking together.
- Use full-fat coconut milk for a creamier soup.
- Adjust the spices to your taste preferences.

Storage instructions:
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

Reheating instructions:
- Reheat in a pot over medium heat until heated through.

Presentation ideas:
- Serve in bowls with a sprinkle of cilantro on top.

Garnishes:
- Cilantro

Pairings:
- Serve with crusty bread or crackers.

Suggested side dishes:
- None needed, this soup is a complete meal.

Troubleshooting advice:
- If the soup is too thick, add more vegetable broth or water to thin it out.
- If the soup is too thin, let it simmer for a few more minutes to thicken.

Food safety advice:
- Be sure to cook the soup to an internal temperature of 165°F to ensure it is safe to eat.

Food history:
- Queensland grass-cloth noodles are a type of noodle made from the stalks of the Queensland grass plant, which is native to Australia.

Flavor profiles:
- This soup has a warm and spicy flavor with a hint of sweetness from the coconut milk.

Serving suggestions:
- Serve as a main course for lunch or dinner.

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Taste: Creamy, Sweet, Coconutty, Tangy, Savory