Traditional Thai Tom Kha Gai Coconut Soup
Authentic Tom Kha Gai Soup is a Thai coconut chicken soup infused with galangal, lemongrass, lime, and herbs for a creamy and aromatic dish.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
Ingredients
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2 cups chicken broth
1 1/2 cups full-fat coconut milk
1 pound boneless skinless chicken breast sliced thin
3 slices galangal
1 stalk lemongrass bruised and cut into pieces
3 kaffir lime leaves torn
1 cup mushrooms sliced
2 tablespoons fish sauce
1 to 2 Thai chilies sliced
2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
Fresh cilantro for garnish
Instructions
- Simmer broth and half the coconut milk with galangal, lemongrass, and lime leaves for 5 minutes.
- Add sliced chicken and cook 5 to 7 minutes.
- Stir in mushrooms and cook 3 to 4 minutes.
- Add remaining coconut milk and season with fish sauce and chilies.
- Remove from heat and stir in lime juice.
- Garnish with cilantro and serve.
Notes
Do not boil vigorously after adding coconut milk.
Adjust spice level by changing chili quantity.
Remove large herb pieces before serving.