Ingredients
1 tbsp. neutral oil, such as canola or vegetable
1 tbsp. freshly minced ginger
4 oz. shiitake mushrooms, chopped
6 c. low-sodium chicken broth
1 (14-oz.) can coconut milk
1 tbsp. fish sauce
1 lb. boneless skinless chicken thighs, cut into 1" pieces
Juice of 1 lime
Cilantro leaves, for garnish
Chili oil, for garnish (optional)
Preparation
Step 1In a large pot over medium heat, heat oil. Add ginger and cook until fragrant, 1 minute, then add mushrooms and cook until soft, about 6 minutes. Step 2Add broth, coconut milk, and fish sauce and bring to a boil. Add chicken, reduce heat, and simmer until chicken is no longer pink, about 15 minutes. Turn off heat and stir in lime juice. Step 3 Garnish with cilantro and chili oil (if using) before serving.
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