Chinese mustard pickle soup - gaeng jued pakkaad dong

4 Servings

Ingredients

QuantityIngredient
1tablespoonOil
4Minced Cloves Garlic
4cupsWater
1poundsPork Ribs Cut In 2\" Pieces
1poundsChinese Mustard Pickles Cut In 2\" Pieces
¼cupFish Sauce (Nam Pla)
¼teaspoonWhite Pepper

Directions

Sips of soup between other dishes cleanse the palate for the interplay of flavors that is so much a part of a Thai meal. This one is a very refreshing soup. Chinese mustard pickles are available from Asian food stores.

~------------------------------------------------------------------------- Heat a small skillet and add the oil. Stir-fry the garlic until golden brown. Reserve the garlic.

Heat the water to boiling and add the pork ribs. Cover and simmer for 15 minutes.

Mix in the Chinese mustard pickle pieces, the fish sauce and the pepper, stirring until warmed through.

Remove to a serving bowl and top with the fried garlic.

From: Thailand The Beautiful Cookbook. Typed by Syd Bigger File