Buddhist Tamarind And Vegetable Soup


Very nice soup!!

Steps


Dissolve the tamarind in the water.
Strain it through a fine sieve.
Reserve the thick tamarind water.
Discard the seeds and pulp.
Boil the tamarind liquid with 5 cups of water in a large pot.
Add okra , tomato wedges and pineapple.
Boil vigorously for 3 minutes.
Lower flame and add the leek , salt and sugar.
Bring to a boil.
Add the tofu cubes and soy sauce.
Cook for 2 minutes.
Check the seasoning.
Serve in individual bowls garnished with drops of vegetable oil , shallots , bean sprouts , basil leaves , corriander and chillies.
Enjoy !.

Ingredients


tofu, tamarind pulp, hot water, okra, water, fresh pineapple, leek, sugar, tomatoes, soy sauce, salt, vegetable oil, shallots, bean sprouts, fresh asian basil, ngo om, serrano chilies