20 mintime
Easydifficulty
4Servings
—Rating
Nutrition facts
450 kcalCalories
35 gProtein
15 gCarbs
30 gFat
Per serving · Approximate values estimated by AI
Quick Tom Kha Gai
70% authentic · Thai
A simplified version of Tom Kha Gai, using readily available ingredients and a quicker cooking time, while retaining the signature creamy, tangy, and aromatic flavors.
Ingredients
Servings4
- Chicken breast1 lb
- Coconut milk1 can (13.5 oz)
- Chicken broth3 cups
- Ginger1 inch, thinly sliced (substitute for galangal)
- Lemongrass1 stalk, bruised
- Lime juice2 tbsp
- Fish sauce2 tbsp
- Red curry paste1 tbsp (for flavor and color)
- Mushrooms1 cup, sliced
- Green onions2 tbsp, chopped (for garnish)
- Saltto taste
- Water1/4 cup
Steps
- 1
Cut chicken breast into bite-sized pieces.
- 2
In a pot, combine coconut milk, chicken broth, sliced ginger, bruised lemongrass, and red curry paste. Bring to a simmer.
- 3
Add chicken and mushrooms. Cook until chicken is done, about 5 minutes.
- 4
Stir in lime juice and fish sauce. Season with salt if needed.
- 5
Serve hot, garnished with chopped green onions.
Rate this recipe
Choose 1 to 5 stars. Each recipe can be rated once.
No ratings yet.
