Tom Kha Kai Coconut Chicken Soup

Tom Kha Kai Coconut Chicken Soup

Sure, I'd be happy to help! Tom Kha Kai, also known as Tom Yum Goong, is a popular Thai coconut soup made with chicken, lemongrass, lime leaves, lime juice, and mushrooms. Here's a simple recipe to make this delicious and flavorful soup at home:

Ingredients:

  • 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into small pieces
  • 2 medium lemongrass stalks, bruised
  • 2 kaffir lime leaves
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tablespoon grated ginger
  • 1 onion, diced
  • 4 cups chicken broth
  • 2 cups coconut milk
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground coriander
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground cayenne pepper
  • Salt and pepper, to taste
  • 2 tablespoons fish sauce (optional)
  • 2 tablespoons lime juice
  • 2 tablespoons chopped cilantro, for garnish
  • 1/4 cup sliced green onions, for garnish
  • 1/4 cup sliced bean sprouts, for garnish
  • 1/4 cup sliced mushrooms, for garnish
  • 2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro, for garnish
  • 2 lime wedges, for serving
  • 1/4 cup chopped peanuts or cashews, for garnish (optional)
  • Instructions:

    1. In a large pot, combine the chicken, lemongrass stalks, lime leaves, garlic, ginger, and onion. Pour in the chicken broth and bring the mixture to a boil over high heat.

    2. Reduce the heat to low and simmer the soup for 10 minutes or until the chicken is cooked through.

    3. Add the coconut milk, cumin, coriander, cayenne pepper, salt, and pepper. Simmer the soup for another 5 minutes or until the flavors have melded together.

    4. Taste and adjust the seasoning with fish sauce, lime juice, or more coconut milk if needed.

    5. Garnish the soup with cilantro, green onions, bean sprouts, mushrooms, and peanuts or cashews (if using). Serve with lime wedges on the side.

    6. Ladle the soup into bowls and serve immediately.

    Enjoy your homemade Tom Kha Kai Coconut Chicken Soup!

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