Canh Ngheu (Star Fruit and Clam Soup)

Name: Canh Ngheu (Star Fruit and Clam Soup)
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 6 ⅓ cups chicken stock; 24 white clams; 1 tablespoon vegetable oil; 2 garlic cloves, finely chopped; 2 teaspoons baby leeks, finely chopped; 2 tablespoons nuoc nam; 1 teaspoon shrimp paste; 2 star fruit, sliced; coriander, to garnish; rau ram, to garnish

Eats Now Editorial Team · 736 kcal · Seafood

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Canh Ngheu (Star Fruit and Clam Soup) – a delicious recipe with chicken stock, white clams, vegetable oil, garlic, baby leeks, nuoc nam. Easy to follow and perfect for any occasion.

Serves 4 Seafood

Servings: persons

6 ⅓ cups chicken stock
24 white clams
1 tablespoon vegetable oil
2 garlic cloves, finely chopped
2 teaspoons baby leeks, finely chopped
2 tablespoons nuoc nam
1 teaspoon shrimp paste
2 star fruit, sliced
coriander, to garnish
rau ram, to garnish

1
Bring the chicken stock to the boil.
2
Add the clams and cook until the shells open.
3
Remove the clam flesh and set aside.
4
Heat the oil in a pan and saute the garlic and baby leeks until they are soft.
5
Add the cooked clams and season with nuoc mam and shrimp paste.
6
Bring to a boil.
7
Add the chicken stock and star fruit, then immediately turn off the heat.

736

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

121

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

No additional tips available.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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Frequently Asked Questions

This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 6 ⅓ cups chicken stock, 24 white clams, 1 tablespoon vegetable oil, 2 garlic cloves, finely chopped, and more.

Yes, Canh Ngheu (Star Fruit and Clam Soup) falls under the Seafood category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

Quick Info

Servings
4 servings
Calories
736 kcal
Category
Seafood

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