Tropical Lime and Coconut Mushroom Soup

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"Tropical Lime and Coconut Mushroom Soup is a harmonious fusion of sautéed mushrooms, creamy coconut milk, and zesty lime, creating a symphony of flavors in a single bowl."
-- @hecooksco
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Prep time 15mins
Cook time 45mins
Serves or Makes: 4

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ingredients

  • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
  • 1 diced onion
  • 3 cloves of grated ginger
  • 1 pound sliced baby portobello mushrooms
  • 1 can (14 ounce) coconut milk
  • 3 cups vegetable broth
  • 1 juiced and zested lime
  • to taste salt and ground black pepper
  • for garnish chopped green onion
  • for serving grated parmesan cheese
  • 1 tablespoon soy sauce

Method

  • Step 1

    Sauté the Aromatics: In a large pot, heat the vegetable oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion, minced garlic, and lime zest. Sauté for about 2-3 minutes until the onions become translucent and the garlic, ginger, and lime fragrant.

  • Step 2

    Cook the Mushrooms: Add the sliced mushrooms to the pot. Sauté for another 5-7 minutes, until the mushrooms release their moisture and start to brown.

  • Step 3

    Add Liquids: Pour in the coconut milk, vegetable broth, and soy sauce. Stir to combine all the ingredients.

  • Step 4

    Simmer: Bring the soup to a gentle simmer. Reduce the heat to low and let it simmer for 30 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld together and the mushrooms to become tender.

  • Step 5

    Add Lime Juice and Seasonings: Stir in the lime juice. Adjust the amount of lime juice to your preferred level of tanginess. Season with salt and ground black pepper to taste.

  • Step 6

    Garnish and Serve: Ladle the hot Tropical Lime and Coconut Mushroom Soup into serving bowls. Garnish each serving with grated Parmesan cheese and chopped green onion.

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