Creamy Thai Coconut Soup
Creamy Thai Coconut Soup is a vibrant and aromatic dish that whisks you away to Thailand with every spoonful. This delightful soup features tender chicken simmered in rich coconut milk, infused with fresh ginger and lemongrass, and brightened with zesty lime juice. Perfect for busy weeknights or impressing guests, this recipe offers a comforting experience that’s both nourishing and bursting with flavor.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Soup
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: Thai
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 can (13.5 oz) full-fat coconut milk
- 1 lb boneless chicken breast, diced
- 1 thumb-sized piece fresh ginger, minced
- 2 stalks fresh lemongrass, smashed
- 1 red bell pepper, sliced
- 4 cups low-sodium vegetable broth
- Juice of 1 lime
- ¼ cup fresh cilantro, chopped
Instructions
- Gather and prepare all ingredients: dice chicken, slice bell pepper, and mince ginger.
- In a large pot over medium heat, sauté minced ginger and smashed lemongrass in oil for about 2 minutes until fragrant.
- Add diced chicken to the pot; cook until no longer pink (about 5 minutes), stirring occasionally.
- Pour in vegetable broth and add sliced bell pepper; bring to a gentle simmer for about 10 minutes.
- Stir in coconut milk and let simmer for another 5 minutes to blend flavors.
- Add lime juice before serving; garnish with fresh cilantro.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 9g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 70mg