COCONUT CHICKEN SOUP

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Provided by Clifford A. Wright

Categories     Soup/Stew     Wok     Chicken     Kid-Friendly     Dinner     Lunch     Coconut     Winter     Healthy     Potluck     Coriander     Chile Pepper     Dairy Free     Wheat/Gluten-Free     Peanut Free     Tree Nut Free     Soy Free     Small Plates

Yield Makes 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 11

One 14-ounce can coconut milk
6 thin slices fresh galangal or 4 slices fresh ginger
2 lemongrass stalks, tough outer portion removed tender portion only, chopped and crushed in mortar
5 fresh kaffir lime leaves, torn inhalf, or 1 tablespoon grated lime zest
3/4 pound boneless and skinless chicken breast, thinly sliced
5 tablespoons Thai or Vietnamese fish sauce
2 tablespoons palm sugar or granulated sugar
1/2 cup fresh lime juice
1 teaspoon Thai red curry paste
1/4 cup coarsely chopped cilantro (fresh coriander)
25 fresh green bird's-eye chiles or 15 fresh green Thai chiles or 8 green serrano chiles, crushed in a mortar with the pestle

Steps:

  • 1. In a wok or large pot, combine 1 cup of the coconut milk with the galangal, lemongrass, and lime leaves and bring to a boil. Add the chicken, fish sauce, and sugar, reduce the heat to medium, and simmer until the chicken is white and firm, about 4 minutes. Add the remaining coconut milk and heat to just below boiling, about 3 minutes.
  • 2. Divide the lime juice and curry paste into individual serving bowls and ladle the soup over them. Garnish each bowl with the cilantro and crushed chile peppers. Serve immediately.

Collins Vusisa
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I'm not a big fan of coconut milk, but this soup was still really good. The broth was flavorful and the chicken was cooked perfectly.


Raju Mahmod
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This soup is so easy to make and it's so delicious. I love the creamy coconut broth and the tender chicken.


Natalie Newman
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I've made this soup several times now and I've never been disappointed. It's always a hit with my family and friends.


sreya sijeesh
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This soup is also great for meal prep. I usually make a big batch on the weekend and then portion it out into individual containers for lunch during the week.


Ehikioya Divine
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I like to add a bit of spice to my soup by adding a few red pepper flakes. It gives the soup a nice kick without being too overpowering.


Nabin basyal
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This soup is a great way to use up leftover chicken. I usually make a big batch of chicken on the weekend and then use it to make this soup during the week.


Bhagwan jha
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I've never been a big fan of coconut milk, but I decided to give this soup a try and I'm so glad I did! The coconut milk adds a subtle sweetness and creaminess to the broth that is just perfect.


James Howarth
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I made this soup for a potluck and it was a huge success. Everyone raved about how delicious it was. I'm definitely going to be making it again soon.


Bethany Jewell
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This soup is so easy to make and it's packed with flavor. I love the combination of the coconut milk, ginger, and lemongrass.


Emily Shaw
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I was a bit skeptical about the coconut milk at first, but it really adds a unique and delicious flavor to the soup. I will definitely be making this again.


Shawana Sumrall
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I've made this soup several times now, and it's always a crowd-pleaser. The broth is so flavorful and the chicken is always tender.


Yonas Assefa
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This soup was a hit with my friends and family! Everyone loved it.