Tom Kha Soup
Dive into the world of Thai cuisine with this creamy, aromatic Tom Kha Soup recipe, a comforting blend of coconut milk, tender chicken, and fragrant herbs and spices that make it truly irresistible. This classic dish features lemongrass, galangal, kaffir lime leaves, and bird's eye chilies, which impart bold, citrusy and earthy flavors balanced beautifully by the sweetness of brown sugar and the tangy kick of lime juice. The addition of mushrooms, tomatoes, and shallots creates texture and depth, while fish sauce ties everything together with its signature umami richness. Ready in just 35 minutes, this crowd-pleasing soup is perfect for busy weeknights or cozy evenings, and each bite is a delightful harmony of savory, sour, and spicy notes. Serve it hot, garnished with fresh coriander, to enjoy a quintessential taste of Thailand that will transport your taste buds to vibrant, bustling street markets.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 400 ml coconut milk
- 500 ml chicken stock
- 2 lemongrass stalks
- 30 g galangal
- 5 kaffir lime leaves
- 300 g chicken breast
- 150 g mushrooms
- 3 tbsp fish sauce
- 2 tbsp lime juice
- 1 tbsp brown sugar
- 3 bird's eye chilies
- 2 tbsp coriander leaves
- 2 medium tomatoes
- 2 shallots
- 10 g fresh ginger
Instructions
Begin by preparing the aromatics. Slice the lemongrass stalks into 1-2 inch segments and lightly crush them to release their oils.
Peel and thinly slice the galangal and ginger. Tear the kaffir lime leaves to release their aroma.
Slice the chicken breast thinly, approximately 1/4 inch thick.
Halve the tomatoes and slice the mushrooms and shallots.
In a large pot, combine the coconut milk and chicken stock. Bring to a gentle simmer over medium heat.
Add the lemongrass, galangal, ginger, kaffir lime leaves, and bird's eye chilies to the pot. Simmer for about 10 minutes to infuse the flavors.
Add the chicken slices to the pot and simmer for 5 minutes or until cooked through.
Add the mushrooms, tomatoes, and shallots. Continue to simmer for another 5 minutes.
Stir in the fish sauce, lime juice, and brown sugar. Adjust seasoning to taste, balancing the salty, sour, and sweet flavors.
Remove the soup from heat once the vegetables are tender and flavors are well combined.
Ladle the soup into bowls and garnish with fresh coriander leaves.
Serve hot and enjoy the fragrant, creamy delight that is Tom Kha.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1158 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 24.4 g | 31% | |
| Saturated Fat | 4.1 g | 20% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 4.2 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 288 mg | 96% | |
| Sodium | 5258 mg | 229% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 127.0 g | 46% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 9.5 g | 34% | |
| Total Sugars | 58.7 g | ||
| Protein | 118.3 g | 237% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 316 mg | 24% | |
| Iron | 18.3 mg | 102% | |
| Potassium | 4192 mg | 89% | |
*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.
