Thom Kah Gai
Indulge in the exotic flavors of Thailand with this comforting and aromatic Thom Kah Gai (Thai Coconut Chicken Soup) recipe. This classic dish combines creamy coconut milk, tender chicken breast, and earthy white mushrooms, all infused with the bright, citrusy essence of lemongrass, galangal, and kaffir lime leaves. A balance of sweet, salty, and tangy is achieved with fish sauce, lime juice, and a hint of palm sugar, while a kick of heat from Thai bird’s eye chilies brings everything together. Ready in just 30 minutes, this soul-warming soup is perfect as a light entrée or served alongside steamed jasmine rice for a complete meal. Vibrant, aromatic, and irresistibly flavorful, Thom Kah Gai is a must-try for fans of Thai cuisine!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 cups Coconut milk
- 1 lb Chicken breast (sliced thinly)
- 2 cups Chicken broth
- 2 Lemongrass (stalks, bruised and cut into 2-inch pieces)
- 4 slices Galangal (sliced)
- 4 Kaffir lime leaves (torn into pieces)
- 8 oz White mushrooms (sliced)
- 3 Thai bird’s eye chilies (smashed)
- 3 tbsp Fish sauce
- 3 tbsp Lime juice
- 1 tbsp Palm sugar (or brown sugar)
- 1 tbsp Fresh cilantro (chopped)
- 2 Green onions (sliced thinly)
- Salt (to taste)
Instructions
In a large pot over medium heat, add the coconut milk and chicken broth. Stir gently and bring to a simmer.
Add the bruised lemongrass, galangal slices, and torn kaffir lime leaves to infuse the broth. Simmer for 5 minutes to release their aroma.
Add the thinly sliced chicken to the pot and cook for 6-8 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through.
Toss in the sliced mushrooms and simmer for another 5 minutes until they are tender.
Add the smashed Thai bird’s eye chilies, fish sauce, and palm sugar. Stir until the sugar dissolves. Taste and adjust with salt if needed.
Remove the pot from heat and stir in the fresh lime juice. Adjust lime juice quantity to your desired level of tanginess.
Ladle the soup into bowls and garnish with fresh cilantro and sliced green onions.
Serve immediately while hot and enjoy with steamed jasmine rice or on its own.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1380 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 18.1 g | 23% | |
| Saturated Fat | 5.5 g | 28% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 363 mg | 121% | |
| Sodium | 5698 mg | 248% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 160.1 g | 58% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 5.0 g | 18% | |
| Total Sugars | 91.1 g | ||
| Protein | 159.4 g | 319% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.7 mcg | 4% | |
| Calcium | 334 mg | 26% | |
| Iron | 17.7 mg | 98% | |
| Potassium | 4888 mg | 104% | |
*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.
