HOT AND SOUR SOUP

Preparation Method :

• Put all the ingredients for the stock into a saucepan and bring to the boil. Simmer for 5 minutes. Strain.
• Return the stock to the saucepan and bring back to the boil. Add the noodles and cook for 3 minutes.
• Using tongs or a slotted spoon, remove the noodles from the broth and divide among the serving bowls. Reserve the broth.
• Heat the oil in a wok or large frying pan and cook the sliced mushrooms over a high heat for 1 minute or until they have softened.
• Add the broth and stir in the coriander. Add salt to taste.
• Divide the watercress among the serving bowls and ladle the broth over the noodles and watercress.
• Garnish each bowl with a couple of red chilli slices, and serve hot, with lime wedges and beansprouts.