Authentic Tom Kha Gai Recipe – Learn How to Make the Creamy and Flavorful Thai Soup

Learn how to make an authentic Tom Kha Gai recipe, the creamy and flavorful Thai soup that’s perfect for any season.

Tom Kha Gai is a classic Thai coconut soup that’s made with chicken, mushrooms, lemongrass, galangal, kaffir lime leaves, and coconut milk. It’s a comforting and flavorful soup that’s perfect for any season. This recipe will show you how to make an authentic and delicious Tom Kha Gai that will warm up your taste buds.

Ingredients:

• 1 lb. boneless chicken breast, sliced
• 4 cups chicken broth
• 1 can (14 oz.) coconut milk
• 1 cup sliced mushrooms
• 2 stalks lemongrass, bruised and chopped
• 2-3 slices galangal
• 3-4 kaffir lime leaves
• 2-3 Thai chilies, chopped
• 2 tbsp. fish sauce
• 2 tbsp. lime juice
• 1 tbsp. brown sugar
• Cilantro leaves, chopped, for garnish

Instructions:

1. In a large pot, heat the chicken broth over medium-high heat.
2. Add the sliced chicken to the pot and cook for 5-7 minutes until cooked through. Remove the chicken from the pot and set aside.
3. Add the sliced mushrooms, chopped lemongrass, galangal, kaffir lime leaves, and chopped Thai chilies to the pot. Simmer for 10-15 minutes until the mushrooms are tender.
4. Add the cooked chicken back to the pot.
5. Pour the coconut milk into the pot and stir to combine.
6. Add the fish sauce, lime juice, and brown sugar to the pot and stir to combine.
7. Simmer the soup for 5-10 minutes until heated through and the flavors are well combined.
8. Serve the Tom Kha Gai hot with chopped cilantro leaves on top.

Tips and Tricks:

• Bruise the lemongrass by pounding it with a rolling pin or the back of a knife before chopping to release its flavor.
• Use sliced chicken thighs or shrimp instead of chicken breast for a different protein option.
• Use a slotted spoon to remove the lemongrass, galangal, and kaffir lime leaves before serving.
• Adjust the amount of Thai chilies according to your spice tolerance.
• Add extra lime juice for a tangier soup.

Tom Kha Gai is a comforting and flavorful Thai coconut soup that’s easy to make and customizable with your favorite protein and vegetables. With its creamy coconut milk, tender chicken, and fragrant lemongrass, galangal, and kaffir lime leaves, this soup is sure to warm up your taste buds and transport you to Thailand.