Tom kha kai

METHOD

How to make it

1. 01

   STEP 1

   Done

   I always love to start making the soup/stock on Saturdays.

2. 02

   STEP 2

   Done

   Place the chicken stock, ginger, garlic and lemongrass (you can add the coriander stems if necessary) in a large pan and let it simmer for at least 15 minutes. I personally let it simmer for 2 hours so that the flavors can develop properly. Do not let the soup reduce too much, otherwise the soup will become too salty.

3. 03

   STEP 3

   Done

   You can always add water to thin the soup.

4. 04

   STEP 4

   Done

   TIP: taste the soup regularly

5. 05

   STEP 5

   Done

   The next morning I strain the stock and put the soup back on the stove.

6. 06

   STEP 6

   Done

   Add the red peppers and chicken to the stock and let it simmer for a while.

7. 07

   STEP 7

   Done

   In the meantime, do you have time to cut the coriander and, in my case, spring onions?

8. 08

   STEP 8

   Done

   Add the coconut milk and let it simmer for a while.

9. 09

   STEP 9

   Done

   Season the soup with the fish sauce, lime juice and (cane) sugar.

10. 10

    STEP 10

    Done

    Pour the soup into a bowl and add the optional ingredients.