Hot & Sour Soup

1. Add the oil to a large saucepan and add in the ginger over high heat. Fry for a few seconds and then pour in the vegetable stock.
2. Bring to a boil, then reduce and simmer for 10 minutes.
While the stock heats up, cook the rice noodles according to package directions. For large noodles, boil for 6 minutes and then drain. Keep warm.
3. Add the oyster sauce, soy sauce, fish sauce, hot chili pepper and garlic to the stock and reduce heat, simmering for 5 minutes. Add in the shrimp and continue simmering for a further 5 minutes, until the shrimp is cooked.
4.Add the lime juice, sugar, green onions and cilantro to. Season to taste with salt and pepper.
5. Run the noodles under hot water to prevent sticking and divide among two bowls. Remove the shrimp from the soup and set aside for a moment. Pour the stock over top of the noodles and arrange the shrimp on top. Add a bit of fresh cilantro on top to garnish.