Tom Ka Bowl Recipe
Chicken, mushrooms, green onions, and cilantro in a chili-lime coconut milk soup.
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Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
Soup Base
Garnishes
Method
Preparation
- 1
Prepare the Chicken
Cut the chicken breast into bite-sized pieces and set aside.
- 2
Chop Vegetables
Slice the mushrooms, chop the green onions, and cilantro. Set aside.
Cooking the Soup
- 3
Combine Ingredients
In a large pot, combine the coconut milk and chicken broth. Bring to a simmer over medium heat.
- 4
Add Chicken and Mushrooms
Once the broth is simmering, add the chicken pieces and sliced mushrooms. Cook for about 5-7 minutes until the chicken is cooked through.
- 5
Season the Soup
Stir in lime juice, fish sauce, red chili paste, sugar, and salt. Adjust the seasoning to taste, adding more chili paste if desired.
Finishing Touches
- 6
Add Green Onions and Cilantro
Stir in the chopped green onions and cilantro. Let it cook for another 2 minutes.
- 7
Serve
Ladle the soup into bowls and garnish with lime wedges and chili flakes if desired.