TOM KA KAI SOUP
Steps:
- Preparation: Slice and mince the lower portion of the lemongrass stalk. Retain the upper stalk for the soup pot. For more detailed instructions on how to do this, see: All About Lemongrass Guide Place chicken broth in a large soup pot over medium-high heat. If you have leftover chicken or turkey bones, add those too. Bring to a boil. Add fresh chicken (or leftover chicken or turkey) and mushrooms. Also add the prepared lemongrass (including upper stalk pieces), plus kaffir lime leaves and fresh chili. Boil 5-8 minutes, or until chicken is cooked. Turn heat down to medium. Add the galangal or ginger, coconut milk, fish sauce, and extra vegetables (if using). Stir well. Simmer gently 1-2 minutes. Turn heat down to minimum. Add lime juice and stir. Do a taste test. Look for a balance between spicy, sour, salty, and sweet flavors. Start with salty, adding more fish sauce if not salty enough (1 Tbsp. at a time). If too sour, add the sugar plus a little more if you need it. If too spicy (hot), add a little more coconut milk. If not spicy enough, add more fresh chili. Ladle soup into serving bowls. Sprinkle a little fresh coriander, basil, and spring onion over each bowl. For an extra kick of flavor, add a dollop of either store-bought or my own homemade Nam Prik Pao Chili Sauce Recipe. ENJOY!
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Alfredo Di Steffano
[email protected]This soup was delicious! I loved the combination of flavors and the creamy coconut milk. I will definitely be making this again.
Artiom Jumiga
[email protected]I wasn't impressed with this soup. The flavors were just not to my liking.
Alamgir Hosen (M/S Bayazid Enterprise)
[email protected]This soup was just okay. I found it to be a bit bland and the chicken was a bit tough.
Shahzad Shazy
[email protected]I love this soup! It's so flavorful and easy to make. I've made it several times and it's always a hit.
Krz Tol
[email protected]This was a great recipe! The soup was very flavorful and easy to make. I will definitely be making this again.
Bacha Hussain
[email protected]This soup is amazing! It's the perfect balance of spicy, sweet, and sour. I love the creamy coconut milk and the tender chicken. I will definitely be making this again and again.
Aroni Anjum
[email protected]I wasn't a fan of this soup. I found the flavors to be too strong and the soup was too spicy for me.
Kumar Rana
[email protected]The soup was good, but I found it to be a bit too spicy for my taste. I think I'll use less red curry paste next time.
Prakash Senchuri
[email protected]This soup was easy to make and tasted delicious. I used a store-bought red curry paste, which made it even easier. I will definitely be making this again.
Axel Diaz
[email protected]I'm not a huge fan of spicy food, but this soup was surprisingly mild. The coconut milk and lime juice really mellowed out the heat. I really enjoyed it!
Sharmane Anderson
[email protected]This soup was a hit with my family! The kids loved the mild spice and the adults appreciated the complex flavors. I'll definitely be making this again.
ASMarly smar
[email protected]Wow! This Tom Ka Kai soup is phenomenal! The flavors are so complex and well-balanced, with the perfect amount of heat. I especially love the creamy coconut milk and the tender chicken. This is definitely a new favorite soup recipe of mine!