Thai Coconut Soup
Bright, fragrant, and gently spicy—this Thai coconut soup balances creamy coconut with citrusy lemongrass, aromatic galangal, and tender chicken for a comforting bowl that feels elegant but comes together quickly.
2 can coconut milk, full fat
2 cup chicken stock
1 lb chicken breast, thinly sliced
2 stalk lemongrass, trimmed and smashed
1 galangal, sliced (or substitute ginger)
4 kaffir lime leaves
2 thai chilies, smashed or thinly sliced for more heat
2 shallot, thinly sliced
8 oz mushrooms, halved (shiitake or button)
2 tbsp fish sauce
2 tbsp fresh lime juice
1 tsp brown sugar
1 bunch cilantro, leaves picked
1 tbsp vegetable oil
1 pinch salt
1 lime, cut into wedges for serving
Nutrition Facts (Per Serving)
Nutritional information is calculated using an ingredient database and should be considered an estimate.
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