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Tom Kha Gai (Thai Coconut Chicken Soup)

Henrik Andersson

Ingredients:


For the soup base:


2 cups coconut milk

2 cups chicken stock

2 stalks lemongrass, bruised and cut into 2-inch pieces

3 slices galangal (or ginger)

5 kaffir lime leaves, torn

2–3 Thai chilies, sliced (adjust to spice level)

For the soup:


1 lb chicken breast or thigh, thinly sliced

1 cup mushrooms, sliced

2 tbsp fish sauce

2 tbsp lime juice

1 tbsp sugar

For garnish:


Fresh cilantro, chopped

Green onions, sliced

Additional Thai chilies (optional)

Directions:


Prepare the soup base:


In a large pot over medium heat, combine coconut milk and chicken stock. Add lemongrass, galangal, kaffir lime leaves, and Thai chilies. Bring to a gentle simmer for 10 minutes to infuse the flavors.

Add the chicken and mushrooms:


Add the sliced chicken and mushrooms to the pot. Simmer for 8–10 minutes, or until the chicken is fully cooked and tender.

Season the soup:


Stir in fish sauce, lime juice, and sugar. Adjust the flavors to your taste—adding more lime juice for tang, sugar for sweetness, or fish sauce for saltiness.

Serve:


Remove lemongrass, galangal, and kaffir lime leaves before serving. Ladle the soup into bowls and garnish with fresh cilantro, green onions, and extra chilies for a spicy kick. Serve hot.

Prep Time: 10 minutes | Cooking Time: 20 minutes | Total Time: 30 minutes

Kcal: 320 kcal per serving | Servings: 4 servings

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