Tom Kha Gai Recipe

Name: Tom Kha Gai
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 3 cups coconut milk; 4 stalks lemon grass, bruised and chopped; 1 sm. stalk galanga root sliced; 10 kaffir lime leaves, torn; 1/2 lb. boneless chicken, cut into strips; 1/4 lb. rice straw mushrooms; 4 tbsp. lime juice; 3 tbsp. fish sauce; 10 hot chilies, chopped, for garnish; Spring onions, chopped, for garnish; Cilantro leaves, for garnish

Servings: persons

3 cups coconut milk
4 stalks lemon grass, bruised and chopped
1 sm. stalk galanga root sliced
10 kaffir lime leaves, torn
1/2 lb. boneless chicken, cut into strips
1/4 lb. rice straw mushrooms
4 tbsp. lime juice
3 tbsp. fish sauce
10 hot chilies, chopped, for garnish
Spring onions, chopped, for garnish
Cilantro leaves, for garnish

1
Bring the coconut milk to a boil.
2
Add lemon grass, galanga, and half of the lime leaves.
3
Reduce heat and simmer for 10 minutes.
4
Strain the stock to a clean pan.
5
Return to heat and add chicken and mushrooms.
6
Cook for 5 to 7 minutes, until the chicken is cooked.
7
Stir in the lime juice, fish sauce and lime leaves.
8
Season to taste.
9
Serve hot.
10
Garnish as desired.

320

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

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 coconut milk, 4 stalks lemon grass, bruised and chopped, 1 sm. stalk galanga root sliced, 10 kaffir lime leaves, torn, and more.

Yes, Tom Kha Gai falls under the Seafood 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.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Tom Kha Gai

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Variations & substitutions

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