ต้มข่าไก่ (Tom Kha Gai)

Fragrant and creamy chicken soup with lemongrass and galangal.

Ingredients

• 300 g chicken breast
• 2 cups coconut milk
• 2 stalks lemongrass
• 1 piece galangal
• 5 leaves lime leaves
• 100 g mushrooms
• 2 tbsp fish sauce
• 2 tbsp lime juice

Method

1. Slice chicken into thin strips.
2. Bruise lemongrass and galangal lightly.
3. Bring coconut milk to a simmer, add lemongrass, galangal, and lime leaves.
4. Add chicken and mushrooms, cook through.
5. Season with fish sauce and lime juice.
6. Serve hot with rice or on its own.

Chef's tips

• Galangal is key; don't substitute with ginger.
• Use fresh lime leaves for best flavor.