Ant Egg and Mushroom Soup: Thai Food Recipe. Cooking & Eating Insects & Bugs in Thailand

ant eggs

🥗Healthier: tofu

💰Cheaper: chicken

Tofu provides protein while being more accessible.

mushrooms

🥗Healthier: shiitake mushrooms

💰Cheaper: button mushrooms

Button mushrooms are less expensive and widely available.

coconut milk

🥗Healthier: light coconut milk

💰Cheaper: cream

Light coconut milk reduces calories while maintaining flavor.

fish sauce

🥗Healthier: soy sauce

💰Cheaper: salt

Soy sauce offers a similar umami flavor.

Heat chicken broth in a pot over medium heat until simmering.

Add lemongrass, galangal, and kaffir lime leaves; simmer for 5 minutes to infuse flavors.

Stir in coconut milk and return to a gentle simmer.

Add mushrooms and cook until tender, about 3-4 minutes.

Incorporate ant eggs and cook for an additional 2 minutes.

Season with fish sauce, lime juice, and sugar; stir well.

Remove from heat and garnish with fresh cilantro and sliced chili peppers.

Cooking Techniques

Spice Level:

Allergens