Tom Kha Gai

4/1/2025

Tom Kha Gai

Prep Time: 20 minutes | Cook Time: 30 minutes

Description

Tom Kha Gai, traditionally known as Thai coconut soup, is a warm and rich dish featuring a tart, aromatic broth and hearty chunks of chicken. This luxurious soup entices the palate with its blend of creamy coconut milk, tangy lime, and a medley of spices. The final touch of cilantro adds freshness to balance out the richness, making this a balanced, full-bodied, and unforgettable soup.

Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. In a large pot, bring the chicken broth, ginger/galangal, lemongrass, kaffir lime leaves, chilies, and coconut milk to a boil.
  2. Add the chicken pieces and simmer for about 10 minutes until chicken is cooked.
  3. Add the mushrooms, onion and tomato to the soup and simmer until they are cooked, about 5 minutes.
  4. Season the soup with fish sauce, sugar, and lime juice. Adjust the flavor as needed.
  5. Ladle the soup into individual serving bowls. Garnish with cilantro leaves before serving.

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