Thai Coconut Lemongrass Soup with Mushrooms

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
• 1 cup onion, sliced
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 2 stalks lemongrass, crushed and chopped
• 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, grated
• 2 cups mushrooms, sliced
• 4 cups vegetable broth
• 1 can coconut milk
• 2 tablespoons soy sauce
• 1 tablespoon fish sauce
• 2 tablespoons lime juice, freshly squeezed
• 1 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
• 1 red chili, sliced

Method

1. 01
   Heat the vegetable oil in a large pot over medium heat.
2. 02
   Add the sliced onion and sauté until translucent, about 3-4 minutes.
3. 03
   Stir in the minced garlic, chopped lemongrass, and grated ginger, and cook for another 2 minutes until fragrant.
4. 04
   Add the sliced mushrooms and sauté until they begin to soften, about 5 minutes.
5. 05
   Pour in the vegetable broth and bring to a simmer. Let it cook for 10 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
6. 06
   Stir in the coconut milk, soy sauce, and fish sauce. Simmer for another 5 minutes.
7. 07
   Remove from heat and add the freshly squeezed lime juice.
8. 08
   Garnish with chopped cilantro and sliced red chili before serving.