Teresa's Recipes
Tom Kha Gai Noodle Soup
Tom Kha Gai Noodle Soup is a heavenly Thai dish that marries the richness of creamy coconut milk with the vibrant flavors of lemongrass, galangal, and kaffir lime leaves. This aromatic soup features tender chicken and earthy mushrooms, all resting on a bed of soft rice noodles. Perfectly balanced, this dish is a warm embrace on a chilly day, offering a delightful combination of sweet, spicy, and tangy notes that will transport your taste buds straight to Thailand.
Ingredients
- 4 cups Chicken broth
- 2 stalks, smashed and cut into 2-inch pieces Lemongrass
- 1-inch piece, sliced (or ginger if unavailable) Galangal
- 4 leaves, torn Kaffir lime leaves
- 1 pound, thinly sliced Chicken breast
- 1 cup, sliced (shiitake or button mushrooms work well) Mushrooms
- 1 can (13.5 oz) Coconut milk
- 3 tablespoons Fish sauce
- 2 tablespoons Lime juice
- 1 teaspoon Sugar
- 8 oz, cooked according to package instructions Rice noodles
- 2, sliced (adjust based on spice preference) Thai chili peppers
- 1/4 cup, chopped for garnish Cilantro
Dietary Notes
- Servings: 4
- Dish Type: Soup
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Calories: 400
- Fat: 20g
- Carbs: 35g
- Protein: 25g
- Sodium: 900mg
- Sugar: 2g
Instructions
- In a large pot, bring the chicken broth to a boil over medium-high heat.
- Add the lemongrass, galangal, and kaffir lime leaves to the pot. Reduce the heat and let it simmer for 10 minutes to infuse the flavors.
- Add the sliced chicken breast and mushrooms to the pot. Cook until the chicken is fully cooked through, about 5 minutes.
- Stir in the coconut milk, fish sauce, lime juice, and sugar. Simmer for another 5 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld.
- Divide the cooked rice noodles among serving bowls.
- Ladle the hot soup over the noodles, ensuring each bowl has a good portion of chicken and mushrooms.
- Garnish with chopped cilantro and sliced Thai chili peppers for an extra kick, if desired.
- Serve hot and enjoy this delicious bowl of comfort!
Tips
- For a vegetarian version, substitute chicken with tofu and use vegetable broth.
- Feel free to add other vegetables like bell peppers or spinach for added nutrition.
- Adjust the level of fish sauce and lime juice to suit your taste preferences.