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Simple Broth Fragrant Paste Base (Ideal For Colds And Flus)

Yields4 ServingsTotal Time25 mins

A broth-based soup with a fragrant paste made from lemongrass, lime, chili, ginger and garlic. Great for soothing colds and flus without being too heavy or filling

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 4 Tbsp olive oil
 2 Tbsp roughly chopped fresh lemongrass
 2 Tbsp roughly chopped fresh ginger
 4 garlic cloves, peeled and roughly chopped
 1 fresh red chili, roughly chopped
 Small handful fresh coriander stalks
 Salt
 6 cups vegetable stock
1

In a small food processor or blender, blend the oil, lemongrass, ginger, garlic, chili, coriander stalks and salt until a smooth paste forms

2

Place a large saucepan over a medium heat and add the paste. Heat for a few minutes or until the paste is fragrant

3

Add the vegetable stock and simmer for about 15 minutes

4

Serve piping hot

Nutrition Facts

4 servings

Serving size

Amount per serving
Calories152
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 13.6g18%
Total Carbohydrate 7g3%
Protein 2.1g

* The % Daily Value (DV) tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.