Ingredients with Measurements:
- 1 lb. mutton, cut into bite-sized pieces
- 4 cups water
- 1 lemongrass stalk, bruised
- 3 kaffir lime leaves
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 shallot, sliced
- 1-inch piece of ginger, sliced
- 1 tbsp. fish sauce
- 1 tbsp. soy sauce
- 1 tsp. sugar
- 1 tsp. salt
- 1 red chili, sliced
- 2 green onions, sliced
- 1 handful of cilantro, chopped
Special equipment needed:
- Large pot
Step-by-step instructions:
1. In a large pot, bring 4 cups of water to a boil.
2. Add the mutton, lemongrass, kaffir lime leaves, garlic, shallot, and ginger to the pot.
3. Reduce the heat to medium and let the soup simmer for 30 minutes.
4. Add the fish sauce, soy sauce, sugar, and salt to the pot and stir well.
5. Let the soup simmer for another 10 minutes.
6. Remove the lemongrass and kaffir lime leaves from the soup.
7. Serve the soup in bowls and garnish with sliced red chili, green onions, and cilantro.
- Time:
Preparation time: 15 minutes
- Cooking time: 40 minutes
Temperature:
- Medium heat
Serving size:
- 4 servings
Nutritional information:
- Calories per serving: 250
- Fat: 12g
- Carbohydrates: 7g
- Protein: 28g
Substitutions for ingredients:
- Beef can be used instead of mutton.
- Lime juice can be used instead of kaffir lime leaves.
Variations:
- Add vegetables such as bok choy or mushrooms to the soup.
- Use chicken instead of mutton or beef.
Tips and tricks:
- Skim the fat off the top of the soup before serving.
- Add more water if the soup becomes too thick.
- Adjust the seasoning to taste.
Storage instructions:
- Store the soup in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Reheating instructions:
- Reheat the soup on the stove over medium heat until heated through.
Presentation ideas:
- Serve the soup in bowls with a side of rice.
Garnishes:
- Sliced red chili, green onions, and cilantro.
Pairings:
- Serve with a side of rice and a Thai salad.
Suggested side dishes:
- Rice and Thai salad.
Troubleshooting advice:
- If the soup is too salty, add more water to dilute the flavor.
- If the soup is too thin, let it simmer for longer to reduce the liquid.
Food safety advice:
- Make sure the mutton is cooked to an internal temperature of 145°F.
Food history:
- Thai boiled mutton soup is a traditional Thai dish that is often served during special occasions.
Flavor profiles:
- The soup has a savory and slightly sweet flavor with a hint of spice from the chili.
Serving suggestions:
- Serve the soup hot with a side of rice and a Thai salad.
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Region: Thai