Follow these steps for perfect results
chicken carcass
water
galangal
thinly sliced
lemongrass
pounded
kaffir lime leaves
crushed
thai chicken stock
shrimp
peeled and deveined
straw mushrooms
drained and rinsed
thai red chili peppers
roasted
fish sauce
lime juice
chili paste
in soybean oil
kaffir lime leaves
cilantro
Place chicken carcass in a stockpot.
Add 9 cups of water, 1 cup of thinly sliced galangal, and 6 pounded stalks of lemongrass to the stockpot.
Roll and lightly crush 10 kaffir lime leaves with your hand, then add to the pot.
Bring the mixture to a boil over medium heat.
Reduce the heat and simmer for 45 minutes to 1 hour.
Strain the broth.
In a medium pot, bring 2 quarts of Thai chicken broth to a simmer over medium-high heat.
Add 1 cup of peeled and deveined shrimp, 2 cans (15 ounces each) of drained and rinsed straw mushrooms, and 8 roasted Thai red chili peppers.
Cook until the shrimp turns pink, approximately 1 minute.
Stir in 6 tablespoons of fish sauce, 6 tablespoons of lime juice, and 3 tablespoons of chili paste in soybean oil.
Garnish with 6 kaffir lime leaves and 6 sprigs of cilantro.
Expert advice for the best results
Adjust the amount of chili peppers to your spice preference.
Use fresh ingredients for the best flavor.
Everything you need to know before you start
15 minutes
Broth can be made 1-2 days in advance.
Serve in a bowl and garnish with lime wedges and cilantro sprigs.
Serve hot with steamed rice.
Pairs well with a side of spring rolls.
Off-dry Riesling complements the spice and sourness.
A crisp light lager will cleanse the palate.
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One of Thailand's most famous soups, known for its complex flavors.
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