Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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6
servings
1 tbsp

oil

1 stalk

lemongrass

minced

2 tbsp

fresh ginger

minced

1 clove

garlic

minced

1 unit

onion

sliced

2 tbsp

Thai red curry paste

2 tbsp

tom kha paste

6 cup

chicken stock

3 tbsp

fish sauce

2 tbsp

sugar

28 ounce

unsweetened coconut milk

0.5 tsp

red pepper flakes

1 dash

Asian chili sauce

1.5 unit

boneless skinless chicken breast

sliced

1 cup

fresh mushrooms

sliced

1 unit

tomatoes

chopped

8 ounce

fresh baby corn

sliced

3 tbsp

fresh lime juice

1 unit

cilantro leaf

to garnish

Step 1
~4 min

Heat oil in a large stock pot.

Step 2
~4 min

Add lemongrass, ginger, garlic, and onion. Stir fry for about one minute.

Step 3
~4 min

Add curry paste and Tom Kha soup mix paste. Stir fry for about 30 seconds.

Step 4
~4 min

Add chicken stock, fish sauce, and sugar. Bring to a boil.

Step 5
~4 min

Reduce heat to low and simmer for about 15 minutes.

Step 6
~4 min

Slice the baby corn vertically into four pieces.

Step 7
~4 min

Add the corn to the pot. Simmer for 10 minutes.

Step 8
~4 min

Add coconut milk, chicken, mushrooms, tomato, lime juice, hot sauce, and pepper flakes.

Step 9
~4 min

Simmer until the chicken is no longer pink, about 5 to 10 minutes.

Step 10
~4 min

Taste the soup and adjust seasoning with sugar, lime juice, or hot sauce.

Step 11
~4 min

Serve the soup garnished with cilantro leaves.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Adjust the amount of chili sauce to your desired spice level.

Add vegetables like bell peppers or broccoli for extra nutrients.

For a richer flavor, use homemade chicken stock.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

15 minutes

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

Soup can be made 1-2 days in advance.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Medium
Smell Intensity
Strong
Noise Level
Medium
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve hot with steamed rice or crusty bread.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Spring rolls
Thai salad

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

Thailand

Cultural Significance

Common Thai dish, often served in restaurants and homes.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Served at special occasions and family gatherings.

Occasion Tags

Weeknight dinner
Comfort food
Family meal

Popularity Score

75/100

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