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Thai Coconut Milk Soup (Tom Kha)

Published
Course Mains, Soups
Cuisine Asian
Cooking time 15-30 Minutes
Skill Level Intermediate
Servings 2 people
Calories 452kcal
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Ingredients

  • 2 tablespoons avocado oil
  • 1 tablespoon lemongrass minced
  • 1 tablespoon ginger minced
  • 2 gloves garlic chopped
  • 2 tablespoon shallots chopped
  • 1 serrano pepper chopped
  • 1 cup mushrooms
  • 1 cup chicken broth
  • 1 cup coconut milk
  • 2 limes
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 2 tablespoons cilantro

Nutrition (per serving)

Calories452kcalNet carbs3gFat43gProtein6g

Instructions

  • In a large stock pot, add 2 tablespoons avocado oil, 1 tablespoon lemongrass, 1 tablespoon ginger, 2 gloves garlic, 2 tablespoon shallots , and 1 serrano pepper.
  • Cook on low for 10 minutes.
  • Add 1 cup mushrooms and cook for 5 more minutes on low.
  • Add 1 cup chicken broth and cook for additional 5 minutes on medium heat.
  • Add 1 cup coconut milk and the zest of 2 limes. Taste the soup as you’re adding the lime and season with Salt and pepper to taste.
  • Garnish with 2 tablespoons cilantro and enjoy.
Coconut milk is a ketogenic favorite.  It’s rich in delicious flavor, nutrients, and fat!