Vegetarian Tom Ka Recipe

Name: Vegetarian Tom Ka
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1/2 cup coconut milk; 3 cups vegetable stock; 1 stalk lemongrass, chopped; 1 inch fresh gingerroot or 1 inch galangal; 3 kaffir lime leaves; 1 cup cauliflower; 2 tablespoons light soy sauce; 1 teaspoon sugar (optional, i don't add it) (optional); 4 small chilies, crushed (or more); 2 tablespoons lemon juice; cilantro

Servings: persons

1
Heat the coconut milk with lemongrass, galangal, kaffir lime leaves, soy, chilis, sugar and stock.
2
Simmer with the lid on the pot ten minutes and strain.
3
Put strained soup base into.
4
Simmer until cauliflower is al dente.
5
Remove from heat and lemon juice.
6
Stir once, place in bowls and garnish with cilantro.
7
(optional) pour a teaspoon of sesame chili oil on top for more kick.
8
*I am lucky enough to have a kaffir tree but if you cannot find kaffir leaves use lemon leaves (meyer lemon works well) or lime zest as a last resort.
9
**Cauliflower is used in the book and works wonderfully with this soup but i like to mix it up and use mushrooms, tofu, tomatoes, water chestnuts, bell peppers, and even vermicelli noodles.

105

kcal

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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

Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.

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: 1/2 cup coconut milk, 3 cups vegetable stock, 1 stalk lemongrass, chopped, 1 inch fresh gingerroot or 1 inch galangal, and more.

Yes, Vegetarian Tom Ka falls under the General 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!

Vegetarian Tom Ka

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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