Thai Monkey Ramen Soup

INGREDIENTS:

2 tablespoons sesame oil

1/2 teaspoon ground turmeric

2 teaspoons chopped fresh ginger root

2 tablespoons chile paste

1 pound chopped cooked chicken breast

1 quart chicken broth

2 teaspoons sugar

1/4 cup Thai Monkey Hot Sauce

1 cup chopped celery

1 (3 ounce) package ramen noodles

1 cup shredded lettuce

1/2 cup chopped green onion

DIRECTIONS:

In a large pot, heat oil over medium heat. Cook turmeric, ginger and chile paste in oil until fragrant, 1 to 2 minutes. Stir in chicken, broth, sugar, Thai Monkey Hot Sauce and celery. Bring to a boil, then introduce noodles and cook 3 minutes. Stir in lettuce and remove from heat. Serve garnished with green onions.