Khao Tom (Thai Rice Soup Recipe)
User Reviews
5
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Prep Time
10 mins
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Cook Time
20 mins
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Total Time
30 mins
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Servings
4 people
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Calories
492 kcal
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Course
Main Course, Soup
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Cuisine
Thai
Khao Tom (Thai Rice Soup Recipe)
Description
The Khao Tom recipe starts by frying a mixture of pounded garlic and coriander root in neutral oil until fragrant, then toasting jasmine rice briefly with white pepper before boiling it in a seasoned broth of water, bouillon cube, salt, and light soy sauce. The pork is formed into small meatballs and added near the end to cook through and float to the surface. Celery is added for texture and freshness.
This slow-cooked soup yields tender rice that softens into a porridge-like consistency, alongside juicy pork meatballs. The lightly spiced broth balances savory and aromatic notes with the herbal touch of green onions garnish.
The soup serves as a versatile dish suitable for breakfast, lunch, or dinner. The notes mention the option to omit meat for a vegetarian version. Following the recipe's seasoning levels ensures a comforting, balanced flavor typical of Thai rice soup.
Ingredients
- 5 cloves garlic
- 3 coriander root
- 3 tablespoons neutral cooking oil generic cooking oil
- 1/2 tablespoon white pepper
- 1.5 cup rice jasmine rice, uncooked
- 100 fluid ounces water
- 1 bouillon cube
- 1/2 tablespoon salt
- 1.5 tablespoon soy sauce light
- 1/2 cup celery roughly chopped
- 7 ounces pork minced, roll up into meatballs
- green onions to taste, slice into 1-inch sized pcs
Instructions
- Pound garlic and coriander root with a mortar and pestle.
- Heat a wok or skillet over medium heat, add oil and fry the garlic and coriander root mixture.
- When the garlic is golden and fragrant, add white pepper and white rice. Toss and mix for approx 30 seconds.
- Place a soup pot over medium heat and add water, bouillon cube, salt, and light soy sauce.
- Bring to a boil and add the rice. Close the soup pot lid and let boil for 10 minutes.
- Add celery and the pork meatballs 1 by 1 to ensure they don’t clump together. Cook for 5 more minutes, or until the pork meatballs float to the surface. Serve immediately and garnish with fresh green onions.
Notes
- This soup can be served at any meal: breakfast, lunch, or dinner for a comforting option.
- Omit pork to make a vegetarian version and adjust broth seasoning accordingly.
- Use fresh coriander roots if possible, as they add distinct aroma essential to the dish.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 4people
Amount Per Serving
Calories 492 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 492kcal | 25% |
| Carbohydrates | 58g | 19% |
| Protein | 15g | 30% |
| Fat | 22g | 34% |
| Saturated Fat | 5g | 25% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 4g | 24% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 12g | 60% |
| Trans Fat | 0.04g | 2% |
| Cholesterol | 36mg | 12% |
| Sodium | 1568mg | 65% |
| Potassium | 289mg | 6% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Sugar | 1g | 2% |
| Vitamin A | 61IU | 1% |
| Vitamin C | 2mg | 2% |
| Calcium | 65mg | 7% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
5
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