Sup Labu Butternut Tom Kha Gai

Bahan-bahan (4 porsi)

• 1 small butternut squash ((skin and seeds removed & cubed))
• 1 14 -oz. can light coconut milk
• 4 cups low-sodium veggie broth (DIY or store-bought)
• 1 small shallot ((thinly sliced))
• 1 small knob fresh ginger ((grated // 1 knob yields ~ 3 Tbsp))
• 2 stalks lemongrass ((cut into 6-inch pieces for easy removal before serving)*)
• 1 cup mushrooms ((sliced))
• 1 Tbsp fish sauce ((optional))
• 1/2 medium Thai chili or serrano pepper ((thinly sliced, seeds mostly removed))
• For serving: lime (quartered), fresh chopped cilantro and basil for garnish