Surin's Coconut Soup

Transport your taste buds to the vibrant kitchens of Thailand with Surin's Coconut Soup, a fragrant and creamy masterpiece that's both comforting and boldly flavorful. This Thai-inspired soup combines rich coconut milk and savory chicken broth as its base, infused with aromatic lemongrass, galangal, and kaffir lime leaves for an authentic depth of flavor. Tender slices of chicken breast, earthy white mushrooms, and a delicate balance of fish sauce, lime juice, and a touch of brown sugar create a harmonious blend of savory, tangy, and slightly sweet notes. A hint of heat from Thai red chili peppers adds just the right kick, while fresh cilantro and green onions provide a vibrant finish. Ready in just 40 minutes, this irresistible soup is perfect as an appetizer or a light meal, guaranteed to warm your soul with every spoonful. Experience the true essence of Thai cuisine in your own kitchen!

Nutriscore Rating: 57/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:40 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 cups Coconut milk
• 2 cups Chicken broth
• 2 Lemongrass stalks (peeled and smashed)
• 2 tablespoons Galangal (thinly sliced)
• 4 Kaffir lime leaves (torn into pieces)
• 1 pound Chicken breast (thinly sliced)
• 1 cup White mushrooms (sliced)
• 3 tablespoons Fish sauce
• 3 tablespoons Lime juice
• 1 tablespoon Brown sugar
• 2 Thai red chili peppers (sliced)
• 2 tablespoons Cilantro leaves (for garnish)
• 2 Green onions (sliced, for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

In a large pot, combine the coconut milk and chicken broth. Heat over medium heat until it begins to simmer.

Step 2

Add the smashed lemongrass stalks, galangal, and kaffir lime leaves to the pot. Allow them to simmer for 5 minutes to infuse the broth with flavor.

Step 3

Add the thinly sliced chicken breast to the pot and cook for 5–8 minutes, or until the chicken is fully cooked.

Step 4

Stir in the sliced mushrooms and let them cook for another 3–4 minutes until tender.

Step 5

Add the fish sauce, lime juice, and brown sugar. Stir well and taste the soup; adjust seasoning as needed by adding more fish sauce for saltiness or lime juice for tang.

Step 6

Add the sliced Thai red chilies for heat. Simmer the soup for another 2–3 minutes.

Step 7

Remove the pot from heat and discard the lemongrass stalks and kaffir lime leaves.

Step 8

Ladle the soup into bowls and garnish each serving with fresh cilantro leaves and sliced green onions.

Step 9

Serve hot and enjoy your fragrant and creamy Surin's Coconut Soup!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(588g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	109.1

Total Fat 0.1g	0%
Saturated Fat 0.0g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.0g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 4888.5mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 18.0g	0%
Dietary Fiber 1.3g	0%
Total Sugars 12.3g
Protein 10.2g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 97.2mg	0%
Iron 3.4mg	0%
Potassium 716.5mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 0.8%

Protein: 35.9%

Carbs: 63.3%