*  Exported from  MasterCook  *

                           Asian-Flavored Stock

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Serving Size  : 1    Preparation Time :0:00
Categories    : Ethnic                           Soups
                Vegan

  Amount  Measure       Ingredient -- Preparation Method
--------  ------------  --------------------------------
     1/2  cup           Fresh lemon grass -- chopped
   1      small         Garlic head -- peeled
   5      slices        Fresh ginger root
   2      cups          Scallions -- chopped
   1      cup           Carrots -- chopped
   1      cup           Celery -- chopped
   1                    Serrano pepper -- chopped
   7      teaspoons     Soy sauce
   1      tablespoon    Tamarind paste
   4      large         Mushrooms -- sliced
   8      cups          Water

1. In a large pot, combine all ingredients. Bring just to a boil, lower the heat
 and simmer for 45 minutes.

 2.  Strain the liquid, pressing on the solids to extract as much of the liq as possible.
 Discard the solids and refrigerate overnight.

 Makes 6 to 7 cups.


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