Coconut Soup With Chicken, Galanga Root : Tom Kha Kai

May 20, 2023May 20, 20230 0
Coconut Soup With Chicken, Galanga Root : Tom Kha Kai
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Prep

10 min

Cook

20 min

Ready In

30 min

Level

Easy

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Ingredients

1 cup water or 1 cup chicken broth
2 chicken breasts
1/2 cup coconut milk
4 sliced thinly galangal
1/2 onion , cut in 4 chunks
1 -2 red Thai chile , bruised
5 -7 mushrooms
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 tablespoon fish sauce

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
2-3
Calories
295
Sugar
3g
Fat
20g
Tom Kha Kai, also known as Coconut Soup with Chicken, Galanga Root is a popular Thai dish which is perfect for a cold winter evening. The soup is known for its creamy texture and is a perfect blend of sweetness and spice. The soup contains various spices such as galangal root, red Thai chile which can aid digestion and boost immunity, and a dash of fish sauce adds that umami flavour. The coconut milk in the soup makes it creamy and comforting. This soup is perfect for those who want a healthy and satisfying meal.

Instructions

1.In a large pot, bring water or chicken broth to a boil.
2.Add sliced galangal, onion and red Thai chile and let it simmer for 5 minutes.
3.Add chicken breasts and let it cook until done.
4.Add mushrooms, salt and fish sauce, and cook for another minute.
5.Pour in coconut milk and let it simmer for 2-3 minutes.
6.Remove from heat and let it cool for a few minutes before serving.

PROS

Tom Kha Kai is a delicious and creamy soup which is low in calories and high in protein.

It contains various spices which can help in digestion and boost immunity.

CONS

The soup contains coconut milk which adds to the fat content, and is not recommended for people with nut allergies.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Coconut milk in the soup is rich in medium-chain triglycerides which can boost metabolism and assist in weight loss.
Galangal root contains anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties which can aid in digestion and reduce inflammation.

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