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Kaffir Lime Soup
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Kaffir Lime Soup

Fragrant kaffir lime leaves and lemongrass perfume this silky coconut broth, while tender chicken and bright lime juice create the perfect balance of rich and refreshing. My go-to comfort bowl when I'm craving something both nourishing and exotic.

By Chef Laura Bonicelli

chickenkaffir lime leaveslemongrass

Prep Time

20 min

Cook Time

5 min

Total Time

25 min

Servings

4 servings

Ingredients

  • 4 cupschicken stock
  • 4 kaffir lime leaves -- cut in strips
  • 4 2- inchpieces lemongrass
  • 1 1/2 Inchesginger root -- peeled and sliced thinly
  • 1/4 cupfish sauce
  • 2 tablespoonslime juice
  • 1 organic chicken breast -- cut into 1-inch cubes
  • 8 fluid ouncescoconut cream
  • 4 small red chile peppers

Nutrition Facts

Per Serving (serves 4 servings)

Calories353
Total Fat25g
Cholesterol43mg
Sodium1550mg
Total Carbohydrates14g
Dietary Fiber1g
Sugars4g
Protein21g

* Nutritional information is estimated and may vary based on specific ingredients and preparation methods.

Instructions

  1. 1

    Heat the stock. Just before it boils, add the lime leaves, lemongrass, ginger root, fish sauce, and lime juice. Stir thoroughly and bring to boil. Add the chicken and coconut cream, then add the chile peppers. Bring back to boil, then lower heat to simmer for about until the chicken cooks through.

  2. 2

    Serve over jasmine or sushi rice.

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