Fast Tom Kha Soup

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5.0

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  • Prep Time

    4 mins

  • Cook Time

    4 mins

  • Total Time

    28 mins

  • Servings

    6 (yield: 6 quarts)

  • Calories

    225 kcal

  • Course

    Soup

  • Cuisine

    Thai

Fast Tom Kha Soup

Simmering a pot of Tom Kha Soup is a family tradition in my house. This coconut-infused masterpiece boasts a harmonious blend of lemongrass, galangal, and curry paste, creating a sensory journey that transcends borders. From the aromatic dance of shallots to the citrusy notes of lemongrass, each ingredient plays a crucial role in forming the ultimate Thai comfort food bowl!

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Ingredients

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  • 4 teaspoons canola oil vegetable oil, or olive oil
  • ½ cup shallots (or red onion) thinly sliced
  • 4 teaspoons grated galangal or 2 teaspoons regular ginger
  • 4 teaspoons vegan red curry paste or tom yum paste
  • cup cilantro chopped
  • 1 lemongrass stalk bruised and cut into 3-inch sections
  • 6 makrut lime leaves roughly chopped
  • 3 bird’s eye chilies thinly sliced
  • 7 cups unsalted vegetable stock
  • 1 medium carrot thinly sliced
  • 1 fresno chili sliced, seeds and stem discarded
  • 400 ml. coconut milk canned
  • 1 tablespoon vegan fish sauce
  • ¼ cup palm sugar or coconut sugar, or brown sugar
  • 3 tablespoons fresh lime juice
  • 1 teaspoon salt or to taste

To garnish:

  • fresh cilantro
  • Lime slices
  • Chili oil
  • Additional coconut milk optional
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Instructions

  1. Heat oil in a large pot over medium-high heat. After 90 seconds, when the oil is hot, sauté thinly sliced shallots for about 4 minutes until fragrant and softened.
  2. Add grated galangal (or regular ginger), red curry paste (or tom yum paste), chopped cilantro, bruised lemongrass sections, makrut lime leaves, and bird’s eye chilies. Sauté until the curry paste darkens and the herbs become fragrant.
  3. Pour in unsalted vegetable stock, add sliced carrot and Fresno chili slices, and bring the mixture to a boil over high heat.
  4. Once the soup is boiling, stir in canned coconut milk, vegan fish sauce, palm sugar (or coconut sugar, or brown sugar), lime juice, and salt. Mix until well combined.
  5. Serve the Tom Kha soup hot, garnished with fresh cilantro, lime slices, a drizzle of chili oil, and a drizzle of additional coconut milk.

Notes

  • 🌿 Lemongrass Aromatics:
  • 🌿
  • Bruise lemongrass effectively by firmly bashing it with a heavy knife. This releases citrusy oils, enhancing the soup without overcooking other elements.
  • 🥥 Coconut Milk Care:
  • 🥥
  • Prevent coconut milk curdling by gently stirring into the boiling soup. Serve promptly, preserving its creamy texture and maintaining a velvety consistency.

Nutrition Information

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Calories 225kcal (11%) Carbohydrates 19g (6%) Protein 2g (4%) Fat 17g (26%) Saturated Fat 13g (65%) Polyunsaturated Fat 1g Monounsaturated Fat 2g Trans Fat 0.01g Sodium 1518mg (63%) Potassium 339mg (10%) Fiber 1g (4%) Sugar 10g (20%) Vitamin A 3108IU (62%) Vitamin C 41mg (46%) Calcium 33mg (3%) Iron 3mg (17%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 6(yield: 6 quarts)

Amount Per Serving

Calories 225 kcal

% Daily Value*

Calories 225kcal 11%
Carbohydrates 19g 6%
Protein 2g 4%
Fat 17g 26%
Saturated Fat 13g 65%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1g 6%
Monounsaturated Fat 2g 10%
Trans Fat 0.01g 1%
Sodium 1518mg 63%
Potassium 339mg 7%
Fiber 1g 4%
Sugar 10g 20%
Vitamin A 3108IU 62%
Vitamin C 41mg 46%
Calcium 33mg 3%
Iron 3mg 17%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.

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