Chicken Tom Kha Soup
A creamy, aromatic Tom Kha style soup bursting with the vibrant flavours of ginger, lime, and red curry paste. The inclusion of garlic and ginger provides natural health benefits, making this irresistible soup a comforting and nourishing meal. CHECKED
Ingredients
coconut oil1 tbsp
onion0.5 whole
garlic cloves2 clove
ginger15 g
shiitake mushrooms150 g
carrot1 whole
chicken stock600 ml
coconut milk480 mlcanned
limes2 whole
red curry paste0.5 tbsp
sea salt6 pinch
black pepper6 pinch
coriander15 g
chicken breasts300 g
soy sauce0.5 tbsp
Instructions
Chef's Tips
For a richer flavour, use homemade chicken stock instead of store-bought. If you prefer a vegetarian version, substitute the chicken stock with vegetable stock and omit the fish sauce.
If you like a spicier soup, add a small amount of fresh chopped chilli or increase the quantity of red curry paste during the simmering stage.
Prepare Vegetables and Aromatics
Dice the onion, mince the garlic clove, grate the ginger, thinly slice the shiitake mushrooms, shred the carrots, and roughly chop the fresh coriander. Juice one lime and set the remaining lime aside cut into wedges.
Sauté Onion
Place a medium stock pot over medium heat on the hob and melt the coconut oil. Add the diced onion and sauté for 5 minutes, or until the onion becomes translucent.
Prepare and Brown Chicken
While the onion is cooking, dice the chicken breast into bite-sized pieces. Add the grated ginger and minced garlic to the pot with the onion and sauté for an additional 3 minutes. Then, add the diced chicken and cook it for about 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until it is lightly browned on the outside.
Cook Vegetables
Add the shredded carrots and sliced shiitake mushrooms to the pot. Sauté for 4 minutes, or until the vegetables begin to soften slightly.
Add Liquids and Seasoning
Pour in the chicken stock and coconut milk. Stir in the red curry paste, soy sauce, the reserved lime juice, sea salt, and black pepper. Mix thoroughly to ensure the curry paste is fully incorporated.
Simmer the Soup
Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer and allow it to cook for 10-15 minutes, stirring occasionally.
Final Seasoning Check & Serving
Taste the soup and adjust seasoning with additional sea salt or black pepper if necessary. Then, ladle the hot Tom Kha Soup into serving bowls. Garnish each serving with the chopped coriander and serve immediately with the reserved lime wedges on the side.
