What could be easier than making soup in the blender from beginning to end??
This Thai pea soup is made completely in the blender and is full of fresh spring flavor with ginger, lemongrass, coconut milk, jalapeno peppers and peas.
3 cups fresh or frozen peas (if using frozen, thaw beforehand)
1x 15 oz can full fat coconut milk
1/2 cup vegetable or chicken broth
1 large shallot
zest and juice of 1 lime
2 tsp lemongrass paste (I use the Gourmet Garden brand found in the refrigerated area of the produce section)
1/2 jalapeno
1 1/2 inch piece fresh ginger
1/2 tsp red pepper flakes
1 cup fresh cilantro
salt and pepper to taste
Pea shoots and dash red pepper flakes for garnish
Combine all the ingredients in a blender and blend until smooth.
Garnish with pea shoots and red pepper flakes.
Soup can be served cold, room temperature or hot depending on your preference.