Gaeng Khae Spicy Thai Vegetable Soup Food

GAENG KHAE (NORTHERN THAI CHICKEN SOUP)

Steps:

• Chile Paste: Put the salt and garlic in a mortar and pound with a pestle into a paste. Add the remaining ingredients one at a time, only after the previous one has been incorporated into the paste.
• Can use a food processor if you do not have a mortar and pestle. If making ahead, store in a jar with tight lid and refrigerate. It will keep for several weeks. Makes more than you will need for this dish.
• Soup: Heat a saucepan over high heat for one minute. Add the oil and wait for 30 seconds before adding the chicken. Stir to cook until the outsides turn white.
• Add the chile paste and stir until it is aromatic. Add the chicken broth and salt. When the liquid boils, add the vegetables and season with fish sauce.
• When the liquid boils, lower the heat to medium. Stir to mix. Once the vegetables are cooked, add the rice powder.
• Stir to mix and let the broth comes to a boil once more. Transfer to a serving bowl and garnish with arugula, basil, and parsley. Enjoy with hot cooked rice.