Added by kocky, February 25, 2024
soups → chicken-soup
Global cuisine

Experience the soul-warming flavors of Thailand with this authentic Tom Kha Soup. This dish is a symphony of creamy coconut milk, tangy lime juice, aromatic lemongrass, and tender chicken, perfectly balanced with a hint of spice from fresh Thai chilies. Ideal for any season, Tom Kha Soup is not only comforting but also light and refreshing.

Recipe:

Ingrediens

• Chicken breast, thinly sliced, 1 pound
• Coconut milk, 2 cans (13.5 oz each)
• Chicken stock, 3 cups
• Lemongrass, 2 stalks, smashed and cut into 2-inch pieces
• Galangal, sliced into thin pieces, 1/4 cup
• Kaffir lime leaves, 6, torn into pieces
• Thai chilies, sliced, 2 (adjust to taste)
• Fish sauce, 3 tablespoons
• Lime juice, from 2 limes
• Mushrooms, sliced, 1 cup
• Small tomato, quartered, 1
• Cilantro, chopped for garnish
• Salt to taste

Directions

1. Begin by bringing the chicken stock to a gentle simmer over medium heat, adding the lemongrass, galangal, and kaffir lime leaves.
2. Shortly after, introduce the chicken slices to the simmering broth, cooking until they're just done.
3. Coconut milk is next to go into the pot, followed by mushrooms and Thai chilies. Let everything simmer softly, ensuring it doesn't come to a boil.
4. As soon as the mushrooms are tender, it's time to season the soup with fish sauce and lime juice, adjusting according to your taste preferences.
5. Just before serving, add the tomato quarters, heating them through but keeping their shape.
6. Dish out the soup into bowls, garnishing each with a sprinkle of fresh cilantro.

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