Tom Ka Gai (Coconut Chicken Soup)

Tom Ka Gai (Coconut Chicken Soup)

The quintessential Thai soup.

Prep Time:
15 mins
Cook Time:
20 mins
Total Time:
35 mins
Yield:
6 servings
Servings:
6

Ingredients

  • ¾ pound boneless, skinless chicken meat
  • 3 tablespoons vegetable oil
  • 2 (14 ounce) cans coconut milk
  • 2 cups water
  • 2 tablespoons minced fresh ginger root
  • 4 tablespoons fish sauce
  • ¼ cup fresh lime juice
  • ¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper
  • ½ teaspoon ground turmeric
  • 2 tablespoons thinly sliced green onion
  • 1 tablespoon chopped fresh cilantro

Directions

Step 1
Cut chicken into thin strips and saute in oil for to 2 to 3 minutes until the chicken turns white.

Step 2
In a pot, bring coconut milk and water to a boil. Reduce heat. Add ginger, fish sauce, lime juice, cayenne powder and turmeric. Simmer until the chicken is done, 10 to 15 minutes.

Step 3
Sprinkle with scallions and fresh cilantro and serve steaming hot.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

433
Calories
41g
Fat
6g
Carbs
15g
Protein
Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 6
Calories 433
% Daily Value *
Total Fat41g 53%
Saturated Fat27g 137%
Cholesterol38mg 13%
Sodium787mg 34%
Total Carbohydrate6g 2%
Dietary Fiber2g 6%
Total Sugars1g
Protein15g
Vitamin C5mg 26%
Calcium40mg 3%
Iron5mg 28%
Potassium465mg 10%

*Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

**Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient.If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.

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