Dom Yam Gung (Thai Shrimp Soup)


Serving size: 4

  Amount  Measure       Ingredient -- Preparation Method
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   6                    peppercorns
   3                    lemon grass -- stalks
   3                    ginger -- Siamese, slices
   3      tablespoons   lime juice
   2                    chilies -- red, minced
   8                    coriander roots
   4      cups          fish stock
   2      cups          shrimp -- uncooked
   3      tablespoons   fish sauce -- (nam pla)
   2      tablespoons   coriander -- chopped

The red chilies are also known as "prik khee nu". Puree peppercorns
and coriander roots. Trim root and tough layers from lemon grass.
Thinly slice first six inches.  

Bring 2 cups  of stock to boil. Add coriander paste and simmer while
adding lemon grass, ginger and shrimp. Stir in remaining stock and
bring to boil. Season with lime juice, fish sauce and chilies.
Sprinkle servings with chopped coriander.