Tom Kha Gai

“Soup is a lot like family. Each ingredient enhances the others; each batch has its own characteristics; and it needs time to simmer to reach full flavor.” – Marge Kennedy

You guys! Sorry for not posting this recipe earlier this weekend – it was a weekend full of busy stuff like my little sisters wedding ‘reception’ party!! Freeport had the Dock Dogs event, so obviously we checked that out; plus it was our 10 year wedding anniversary!

Any way – enough about me for right now. I know quite a few of you are wanting to know how to make this amazing soup called Tom Kha Gai or otherwise known as Chicken Coconut Soup. IT WAS SUPER EASY. And the flavors burst onto your palate like fireworks in a night sky! (too much?? hahaha)

I used the recipe from a website I like called Paleo Leap. And then I embellished according to our likes/needs. For the original recipe: https://paleoleap.com/thai-coconut-soup/

With the recipe, I used an additional can of full fat coconut milk – but only the fatty part, which means I didn’t shake the can first. I also used lime zest from a whole lime, 2 jalapenos, and 6 cloves of garlic. I also used both cilantro (a whole bunch without the stems) and a handful of basil leaves.

When first looking at the ingredient list, it seems a little daunting. But honestly – it cost around $40 and it fed both my husband and me for dinner and then his lunch the next day. The little man dude wasn’t into it as he’s not a coconut lover, but that just meant more for me!

There are a few more traditional ways to make this soup too, but this recipe on PaleoLeap was PERFECT. It was creamy and salty and tart and sweet. Absolutely delightful! And what’s also nice if you can easily make a double batch and freeze it for later!! Just some food for thought. 😉

Okay – I know I didn’t list everything in the soup or the exact instructions, but since PaleoLeap came up with it, I didn’t want to make it look like my own recipe. Take a peek at the recipe from the link I posted above and try it for yourself! Everything is readily available at Hannaford or Shaws or Costco or Kruegers…whatever your local grocer is.

It’s time for me to get back to my vacation! Thanks for reading and have a wonderful day! ❤