Creamy Green Bean and Coconut Soup

Ingredients: 2 tsp fresh lemon grass, chopped 1 oz unsalted butter 2 fresh green chilies, seeded and chopped 1 tsp turmeric, ground 1 tsp ginger, grated 1 carrot, cut into thin strips 2 cups bean sprouts 2-2/3 tbsp cilantro, chopped 2 tsp coriander seed, ground 2 green shallots, chopped 1/2 cup green beans, chopped 3-1/3 cups coconut cream 1/2 vegetable bouillon cube, crumbled, large 2 cloves garlic, crushed Cooking Directions: Melt butter in a heavy saucepan over medium heat. Cook lemon grass, garlic, and ginger 1 minute, stirring constantly. Stir in turmeric and ground coriander, Preparation time:15 min Servings:4 Cooking time:10 min and cook over heat 1 minute. Stir in next 5 ingredients. Increase heat to high and bring to a boil. Reduce heat to low, and simmer, uncovered, 5 minutes, stirring frequently. Stir in bean sprouts and fresh coriander just before serving. Nutritionist Recommended For: Thanks Quality Health.com Low Cholesterol

Nutrition Facts Calories 1000 % Calories From Fat 42.3% Total Fat 47g Saturated Fats 43g Mono-unsaturated Fats 3.4g Poly-unsaturated Fats 0.8g Cholesterol 16mg Sodium 200mg Total Carbohydrates 140g Dietary Fiber 3.2g Sugar 130g Protein