TOM KHA GAI (CHICKEN COCONUT SOUP)

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This silky, aromatic soup is a complete meal in a bowl.

Categories     Soup/Stew     Chicken     Mushroom     Dinner     Lunch     Coconut     Lemongrass     Simmer     Bon Appétit     Sugar Conscious     Dairy Free     Wheat/Gluten-Free     Peanut Free     Tree Nut Free     Soy Free

Yield Makes 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 12

2 stalks fresh lemongrass, tough outer layers removed
1 1" piece ginger, peeled
10 makrut lime leaves, or use 1 tablespoon lime zest and 1/4 cup lime juice
6 cups low-sodium chicken broth
1 1/2 pounds skinless, boneless chicken thighs, cut into 1" pieces
8 ounces shiitake, oyster, or maitake mushrooms, stemmed, caps cut into bite-size pieces
1 13.5-ounce can coconut milk
2 tablespoons fish sauce
1 teaspoon sugar
Chili oil, cilantro leaves with tender stems, and lime wedges (for serving)
Cilantro leaves with tender stems
Lime wedges

Steps:

  • Using the back of a knife, lightly smash lemongrass and ginger; cut lemongrass into 4" pieces. Bring lemongrass, ginger, lime leaves, and broth to a boil in a large saucepan. Reduce heat and simmer until flavors are melded, 8-10 minutes. Strain broth into clean saucepan; discard solids.
  • Add chicken and return to a boil. Reduce heat, add mushrooms, and simmer, skimming occasionally, until chicken is cooked through and mushrooms are soft, 20-25 minutes. Mix in coconut milk, fish sauce, and sugar.
  • Divide soup among bowls. Serve with chili oil, cilantro, and lime wedges.

Nina Persheff
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This soup is amazing! I made it for a dinner party last night and everyone loved it. The soup was so flavorful and creamy. I will definitely be making this again.


meow
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I've made this soup several times now and it's always a hit. It's so easy to make and the flavors are incredible. I love the creamy coconut broth and the tender chicken. I highly recommend this recipe.


Isham Pabro
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This is my favorite Tom Kha Gai recipe. It's so easy to make and always turns out perfect. I love the lemongrass and galangal flavors. I usually add a little bit of extra chili paste to give it a bit of a kick.


jack clar
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I made this soup for my family and they all loved it! The soup was so flavorful and creamy. I will definitely be making this again.


Romeo Kings
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This soup is so easy to make and the results are always amazing. I love the combination of flavors and the creamy texture. I highly recommend this recipe.


Ekatherina
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I'm not usually a fan of coconut milk, but I really enjoyed this soup. The flavors were so well-balanced and the coconut milk gave it a creamy, rich texture. I will definitely be making this again.


First Bot ff
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This is the best Tom Kha Gai I've ever had! The flavors are so well-balanced and the coconut milk gives it a creamy, rich texture. I will definitely be making this again and again.


Abdurehman Abu Akasha
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I made this soup for a dinner party last night and it was a huge success! Everyone loved it. The soup was so flavorful and creamy. I will definitely be making this again.


Remmy Oluoch
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This soup is amazing! I've made it several times now and it's always a hit. It's so easy to make and the flavors are incredible. I love the creamy coconut broth and the tender chicken. I highly recommend this recipe.


Akunna Emmanuel
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I was a bit skeptical about this recipe at first, but I'm so glad I tried it! The soup was so flavorful and creamy. I loved the combination of lemongrass, galangal, and coconut milk. I will definitely be making this again.


Jack Lwiinde
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This is my go-to recipe for Tom Kha Gai. It's so easy to make and always turns out perfect. I love the lemongrass and galangal flavors. I usually add a little bit of extra chili paste to give it a bit of a kick.


got talent
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I've made this soup a few times now and it's always a hit with my family and friends. It's so easy to make and the results are always amazing. I love the combination of flavors and the creamy texture.


Rauf Khan
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This Tom Kha Gai was absolutely delicious! The flavors were so well-balanced and the coconut milk gave it a creamy, rich texture. I will definitely be making this again.