Khao Tom Thai Rice Soup
Warm, comforting, and packed with authentic Thai flavors, Khao Tom Thai Rice Soup is the ultimate remedy for a cold day or a light, nourishing meal. This traditional dish features tender jasmine rice simmered to perfection in a flavorful chicken broth, complemented by savory bites of ground pork seasoned with fish sauce. Fragrant garlic, aromatic ginger, and a balance of soy sauce and sugar create a gently spiced, umami-rich base that’s both soothing and satisfying. Garnished with fresh scallions, cilantro, a dash of white pepper, and optional crispy fried garlic or shallots, this easy-to-make soup is finished with a squeeze of zesty lime for a bright, tangy twist. Ready in just 40 minutes, Khao Tom is a versatile, one-pot comfort food that’s perfect for weeknight dinners or as a light starter.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup jasmine rice
- 8 cups chicken broth
- 8 ounces ground pork
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons ginger, thinly sliced
- 3 tablespoons fish sauce
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 teaspoon sugar
- 2 stalks scallions, chopped
- 2 tablespoons cilantro, chopped
- 0.5 teaspoons white pepper powder
- 4 pieces lime wedges
- 2 tablespoons fried garlic or shallots (optional)
Instructions
Rinse the jasmine rice under cold water and set it aside to drain.
In a large pot, bring the chicken broth to a boil over medium-high heat.
Reduce the heat to medium and add the drained rice to the pot. Simmer for about 15-20 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the rice is soft and slightly broken down.
While the rice is cooking, season the ground pork with 1 tablespoon of fish sauce and set it aside.
In a small pan, heat a tablespoon of oil and sauté the minced garlic until golden and fragrant. Add the garlic to the rice soup for extra flavor.
Once the rice has softened, use a spoon to drop small pieces of the seasoned ground pork into the soup. Let the pork cook for about 5-7 minutes until fully cooked through.
Add the ginger slices, fish sauce, soy sauce, and sugar to the soup. Stir well to combine and taste; adjust the seasoning as needed.
Ladle the soup into bowls and garnish each serving with chopped scallions, cilantro, a pinch of white pepper, and a sprinkling of fried garlic or shallots if desired.
Serve immediately with lime wedges on the side for squeezing over the soup before eating.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1259 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 53.0 g | 68% | |
| Saturated Fat | 18.2 g | 91% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 204 mg | 68% | |
| Sodium | 9532 mg | 414% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 94.8 g | 34% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 4.8 g | 17% | |
| Total Sugars | 12.7 g | ||
| Protein | 98.5 g | 197% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 342 mg | 26% | |
| Iron | 9.5 mg | 53% | |
| Potassium | 2206 mg | 47% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
