Thai Chicken-Coconut Soup Recipe

Name: Thai Chicken-Coconut Soup
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 3 cups chicken stock; 2 tablespoons fish sauce; 1 stalk lemongrass, white part only; 1 (2-inch) knob galangal or ginger; 3 kaffir lime leaves, or 1 tablespoon finely minced lime zest; 1 (14-ounce) can coconut milk; 1/3 cup Sriracha; 1/2 pound boneless, skinless chicken breast or thighs, cut into 1-inch cubes; Juice of 1 lime; Salt and freshly ground black pepper; Torn leaves of fresh cilantro, for garnish

Servings: persons

3 cups chicken stock
2 tablespoons fish sauce
1 stalk lemongrass, white part only
1 (2-inch) knob galangal or ginger
3 kaffir lime leaves, or 1 tablespoon finely minced lime zest
1 (14-ounce) can coconut milk
1/3 cup Sriracha
1/2 pound boneless, skinless chicken breast or thighs, cut into 1-inch cubes
Juice of 1 lime
Salt and freshly ground black pepper
Torn leaves of fresh cilantro, for garnish

1
In a medium stockpot over high heat, combine the chicken stock, fish sauce, lemongrass, galangal, and kaffir lime leaves and bring to a boil.
2
Lower the heat and simmer for 10 minutes.
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The aromatic broth may be strained at this point, if desired.
4
(The pieces of galangal, the lemongrass, and lime leaves are traditionally left in, although not eaten.
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This is just a matter of personal preference.)
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Increase the heat to high, add the coconut milk, Sriracha, and chicken, and return to a boil.
7
Lower the heat once again and simmer until the chicken is opaque and cooked thoroughly, 4 to 6 minutes.
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Turn off the heat and add the lime juice.
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Season with salt and pepper to taste.
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Ladle the soup into bowls, and garnish each serving with a friendly helping of cilantro.
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Galangal (kha in Thai) is a root closely related to ginger, differing in that its flavor carries a touch more pungency than ginger.
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It also brings a blend of peppery, earthy undertones to the broth that ginger just cant provide.
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While ginger is the closest substituteand it will certainly make for a delectable soup regardlessif fresh galangal is available in your area, give it a go!

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No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 3 cups chicken stock, 2 tablespoons fish sauce, 1 stalk lemongrass, white part only, 1 (2-inch) knob galangal or ginger, and more.

Yes, Thai Chicken-Coconut Soup falls under the Soups & Stews category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

Thai Chicken-Coconut Soup

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