Tom Kah Recipe
chicken or shrimp; cooked with tomatoes, green onions, galangal root, kaffir leaf, coconut milk and lime juice
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Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
Method
Cooking Instructions
- 1
Prepare the Ingredients
Slice the galangal root, chop the tomatoes, and slice the green onions. If using chicken, cut it into bite-sized pieces.
- 2
Cook the Base
In a large pot, bring 2 cups of water to a boil. Add the galangal slices and kaffir lime leaves. Simmer for about 5 minutes to infuse the flavors.
- 3
Add Chicken or Shrimp
Add the chicken or shrimp to the pot and cook until the chicken is cooked through or the shrimp turns pink.
- 4
Add Vegetables and Coconut Milk
Stir in the chopped tomatoes and green onions, then pour in the coconut milk. Bring to a gentle simmer.
- 5
Season the Soup
Add the lime juice, fish sauce, and sugar. Stir well and let it simmer for another 5 minutes.
- 6
