Creamy Asparagus And Chicken Soup - cooking recipe

Ingredients

2 bunches asparagus, tips reserved
4 cups chicken stock
1 tsp oil
1 clove garlic, minced
2 None green onions, finely chopped
1 tbsp fish sauce
7 oz poached chicken, finely shredded
2 tbsp cornstarch, mixed with 1/4 cup water until smooth
1 None egg, lightly beaten
None None fresh cilantro sprigs, to serve

Preparation

Bring asparagus stalks and chicken stock to a boil. Reduce heat to low and simmer gently for 10 mins. Strain. Set stock aside and discard stalks.
Heat oil in a large saucepan over medium heat. Stir-fry garlic and green onions for 1 min, or until fragrant and lightly browned. Add asparagus stock and bring to a boil. Add fish sauce and reserved asparagus tips. Simmer for 1 min then mix in shredded chicken. Add cornstarch slurry and cook, stirring, until thickened. Season to taste. Slowly whisk in egg.
Serve with fresh cilantro.