Thai Pea Soup

Silas Whitley | Crumbs

Silas Whitley | Crumbs

This is a quick alternative to split pea soup, with a Thai twist. It is fresh and healthy, too.

Ingredients:

• Oil
• 1 can coconut milk
• Zest of one lime
• 1.5 inches of gingerroot
• 1 small shallot, sliced
• 1 serrano pepper, diced and seeded
• 1 garlic clove
• 2 pounds frozen peas
• Basil sprigs
• Chicken or beef bouillon cube

Directions:

1. Sautee shallot, garlic, lime zest and serrano pepper in a large pot
2. Add two cups water, bouillon cube and 1.5 pounds frozen peas
3. Add a few basil leaves
4. Add two cups water after sautéed
5. Soften peas, then blend in a food processor or other appliance
6. Return to pot and bring to boil
7. Add remaining peas and 1/2 can coconut milk
8. Top with basil and salt or pepper to taste

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