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Thai Coconut Chicken Soup

Delicious Thai Coconut Chicken Soup Ready in 30 Minutes

This Thai Coconut Chicken Soup is a comforting blend of flavors ready in 30 minutes, perfect for busy weeknights.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Soups
Cuisine: Thai
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Soup Base
  • 1 pound Boneless Skinless Chicken Thighs Can substitute with chicken breast or tofu.
  • 4 cups Chicken Stock Use vegetable stock for vegan version.
  • 1 can Coconut Milk Essential for creamy texture.
For the Aromatics
  • 2 stalks Lemongrass Bruised.
  • 2 slices Galangal Can substitute with ginger.
  • 3 leaves Makrut Lime Leaves Use lime zest if leaves aren’t available.
For Flavor Enhancements
  • 1 tablespoon Fish Sauce Replace with soy sauce for vegan option.
  • 1 tablespoon Palm Sugar Regular sugar can be used.
  • 1 tablespoon Thai Red Curry Paste Optional for extra flavor.
For the Vegetables & Garnish
  • 1 cup Mushrooms Use oyster, shiitake, cremini, or button.
  • 2 pieces Thai Chilies Adjust for spice preference.
  • 1/4 cup Cilantro Or scallions, for garnish.
For the Finishing Touch
  • 1 lime Lime Juice Fresh is best.
  • 1 tablespoon Cornstarch Omit for vegan version.
  • 1 tablespoon Neutral Oil Or sesame oil for flavor.

Equipment

  • Medium pot
  • bowl

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a medium bowl, combine sliced boneless skinless chicken thighs with cornstarch, a drizzle of neutral oil, and fish sauce. Set aside to marinate.
  2. Heat a medium pot over medium-high heat and add neutral oil. Sauté sliced mushrooms until tender and slightly golden, about 5 minutes.
  3. Pour in chicken stock (or vegetable stock) into the pot. Add lemongrass, galangal, makrut lime leaves, and Thai chilies along with red curry paste and palm sugar. Bring to a boil, then simmer for 6 minutes.
  4. Stir in coconut milk carefully, simmer for another 2-3 minutes without boiling.
  5. Add the marinated chicken and cook for about 8 minutes until cooked through.
  6. Remove from heat, stir in lime juice, and garnish before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 28gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 12gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 1200mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 2gSugar: 6gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Always remove inedible ingredients before serving and adjust chili levels according to preference.

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