Tom Kha Gai Soup (Thai Coconut Soup)

INGREDIENTS

1 tbsp

oil

1 tbsp

lemongrass (finely chopped)

3 tsp

ginger (freshly grated)

1 clove

garlic (minced)

green Thai chillies (deseeded and chopped finely)

1/2 tsp

ground turmeric

2 cans

coconut milk (800ml)

4 cups

chicken stock (1 litre)

1 cup

water

1 tsp

grated palm sugar (optional)

2 tbsp

fish sauce

4 cups

shredded chicken

green onions (sliced thinly)

1/4 cup

lime juice

zest of a lime

3 tbsp

fresh coriander/cilantro (coarsely chopped)

bean sprouts as garnish