Vietnamese La Sa Ga Soup

May 14, 2023May 14, 20230 7
Vietnamese La Sa Ga Soup Recipe
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Prep

10 min

Cook

35 min

Ready In

45 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

3 tablespoons peanut oil
1 cup diced onion
3 tablespoons minced garlic
1 cup coconut milk , divided
1 tablespoon red curry paste , or more to taste
2 cooked chicken breast halves , shredded
8 cups chicken stock
6 tablespoons soy sauce , or to taste
1/4 cup fish sauce , or to taste
1 1/2 pounds angel hair pasta
1/4 cup chopped fresh basil , or to taste

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
6
Calories
652
Sugar
8g
Fat
34g
La Sa Ga soup is a Vietnamese dish that combines influences from Chinese, French, and Southeast Asian cuisines. The soup is made with a base of chicken stock, infused with red curry paste, coconut milk, and fish sauce. Shredded cooked chicken and angel hair pasta are added to provide both substance and texture to the dish. The addition of fresh basil adds a bright, herbaceous quality to the dish, and makes it a refreshing choice for a warm day. This dish is hearty and comforting, perfect for a cold winter night or a cozy afternoon meal with loved ones.

Instructions

1.In a large pot, heat the peanut oil over medium heat.
2.Add the diced onion and minced garlic, and sauté until tender and fragrant, about 5 minutes.
3.Stir in half of the coconut milk and the red curry paste, cooking for another 2-3 minutes.
4.Add the shredded chicken breast, chicken stock, soy sauce, fish sauce, and remaining coconut milk.
5.Bring the soup to a simmer and cook for about 20 minutes, or until the flavors have melded together.
6.While the soup simmers, cook the angel hair pasta to al dente according to package instructions.
7.Drain the pasta and add it to the soup, along with the chopped basil.
8.Serve the soup hot, garnished with additional basil leaves if desired.

PROS

This soup is flavorful and aromatic, with a rich, creamy broth and tender pieces of chicken.

The addition of coconut milk, soy sauce, and fish sauce add a unique umami quality to the dish.

This recipe is versatile and can be customized to individual tastes.

CONS

This soup contains a relatively high amount of fat and sodium, as well as carbohydrates from the pasta.

Though not necessarily a ‘con’, the curry paste may be too spicy for some palates.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

This soup contains a variety of health benefits.
The chicken provides protein and important vitamins and minerals, while the coconut milk contains medium-chain triglycerides (MCTs), which are thought to boost energy and aid in weight loss.
The soup is also rich in anti-inflammatory and antioxidant compounds from the garlic, onion, and basil.

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