Spicy Thai Lobster Soup Recipe

Servings: 4 servings

Ingredients:

• 2 lobster tails, cooked
• 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
• 1 to 1 1/2 tablespoons Asian Blend
• 4 cups fish or chicken broth
• 1 tablespoon grated lime rind
• 1/3 cup uncooked long-grain rice
• 1 cup unsweetened coconut milk
• 6 large mushrooms, sliced
• 2 green onions, chopped
• 1 thai or bird chile, halved
• 1 tablespoon chopped fresh cilantro
• 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
• Garnishes: fresh cilantro, lime wedge

Procedure:

• Remove lobster meat from shell; slice and set aside.
• Heat oil in a large saucepan over medium heat. Stir in Asian Blend; saute 1 minute. Add broth and lime rind; bring to a boil. Stir in rice. Cover, reduce heat, and simmer 15 to 20 minutes.
• Stir in coconut milk and mushrooms; cook, stirring occasionally, 5 minutes. Stir in lobster, green onion, chile, and cilantro; cook 3 to 5 minutes. Remove from heat, and stir in lime juice. Garnish, if desired.
• 3/4 pound peeled and deveined shrimp may be substituted for lobster.