Kai Soup Recipe

Directions:

1. Clean clams and rinse.
2. Place clams in a pot with the water.
3. Simmer until clams open.
4. Remove from heat.
5. Strain the clam stock and set aside.
6. In a separate pot, heat the butter, and add the diced onion and garlic.
7. Cook until the onion is translucent.
8. Stir in the flour, and cook for 1 minute.
9. Do not brown.
10. Slowly stir in the clam stock.
11. Simmer for 10 minutes, add the coconut milk, and cook for 5 more minutes.
12. Season with salt, pepper and lemon juice to taste.
13. Divide soup among bowls.
14. Just before serving, add clams, and garnish with the chopped green onion.