Tangy Thai Tom Kha Gai

This tangy Thai tom kha gai is a flavorful and comforting soup that's perfect for a cold day. Made with coconut milk, lemongrass, galangal, and kaffir lime leaves, it's a symphony of flavors that will warm you up from the inside out.

Tom kha gai is a classic Thai soup that is typically made with chicken, coconut milk, galangal, lemongrass, and kaffir lime leaves. The flavors in this soup are complex and well-balanced, and it's a popular dish both in Thailand and around the world.

Prep time: 10 | Cook time: 20 | Serves: 4

Ingredients

• 2 cups vegetable broth
• 1 can (13.5 ounces) coconut milk
• 1/2 cup chopped onion
• 1/2 cup chopped carrots
• 1/2 cup chopped celery
• 1/4 cup chopped red bell pepper
• 1/4 cup chopped mushrooms
• 1 tablespoon chopped fresh ginger

Instructions

1. In a large pot or Dutch oven over medium heat, bring the vegetable broth and coconut milk to a simmer.
2. Add the onion, carrots, celery, red bell pepper, mushrooms, and ginger to the pot.
3. Bring the soup to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 10 minutes, or until the vegetables are tender.
4. Serve the soup hot, garnished with fresh cilantro and lime wedges.
5. Enjoy!

Why It Works

• The use of coconut milk gives this soup a rich and creamy texture.
• The galangal, lemongrass, and kaffir lime leaves add a complex and flavorful aroma to the soup.
• The chicken adds a protein to the soup, making it a more filling meal.