Asparagus And Sesame Chicken Soup

Ingredients -
2 pounds Chicken Meat, white and dark
2 cups Warm Water
3 tablespoons Sesame Oil
1 teaspoon Sugar
6 Slices Ginger Root, peeled, sliced, and minced
1/2 cup Medium Dry Sherry
1/2 cup Button Mushrooms, canned
8 Fresh Asparagus Spears, rinse, trim off woody ends, cut into 1-inch pieces
1/2 teaspoon Salt
 
Preparation:

1. Add sesame oil to heavy skillet. Heat over medium heat.

2. Braise chicken pieces, a few batches at a time. Add additional oil, if necessary. Remove browned chicken with slotted spoon and drain.

3. Add ginger slices, sherry and salt to skillet. Stir with wooden spoon, and bring to a gentle boil.

4. Stir in water and sugar.

5. Increase heat to medium-high heat. Bring to a boil.

6. Reduce heat. Simmer 30 minutes.

7. Stir in mushrooms and asparagus pieces. Simmer 15 minutes.

8. Transfer to soup tureen or serving bowl.

 
 


Soup Making Tip
Storing Fresh Basil

One way to store fresh basil is to store it in a glass of water, standing straight up. Never store basil in the refrigerator.


Soup Making Tip
Potato Storage
Store potatoes at room temperature, in a cool dry location for up to 2 weeks. Remove potatoes from plastic bags, and place where they can get air circulation.