What is coconut soup made of?

Tom kha kai (Thai coconut soup) is a Thai soup prepared using coconut milk, chicken, mushrooms, chili peppers, galangal, lemongrass, and other ingredients . Tom yam kathi is a Thai coconut soup and a variant of tom yum prepared using coconut milk.

Does Tom Yum soup contain coconut milk?

Tom Kha is a creamy-spicy soup, made with coconut milk, whereas Tom Yum is a non-creamy, hot and sour soup , often containing prawns (shrimp).

Is coconut soup good for your stomach?

Coconut, a low-carb fruit, is also full of dietary fibres that can help in promoting healthy digestion .

Is coconut soup good for you?

It's packed with healthy fats from coconut milk, protein from the chicken thighs, a punch of spicy flavor from red curry paste and some chili peppers, and the nutrition of numerous vegetables plus a lemongrass- and ginger-infused broth.

Why is Tom Yum soup so good?

This soup is known for its spicy and sour flavors, which are balanced by the sweetness of the shrimp . Another popular variation is Tom Kha Gai, which is made with chicken, coconut milk, galangal, lemongrass, kaffir lime leaves, and chili peppers.

What's the difference between Tom Yum and Tom Kha soup?

Tom Yum is much spicier, and has a clear broth. Tom Kha uses coconut milk to stabilize and mellow the flavors, making it both sweeter and slightly heavier . While both soups can be made with a variety of proteins, tom yum usually calls for shrimp, while tom kha is commonly made with chicken.

Does coconut milk change the taste of soup?

One of the most popular uses for coconut milk is in soups and stews, where it adds a lovely creaminess and a subtle coconut flavor .

What is a Filipino soup made from coconut?

Binacol is a delicious Filipino soup made from chicken, coconut water, and coconut meat.

Is the white stuff in a coconut meat?

Coconut meat is the white flesh of coconuts and is edible fresh or dried. Rich in fiber and MCTs, it may offer a number of benefits, including improved heart health, weight loss, and digestion. Yet, it's high in calories and saturated fat, so you should eat it in moderation.

What is the history of coconut soup?

Tom Kha is said to have originated in Thailand hence its name Thai coconut soup . The earliest recorded variant of Tom Kha soup was around 1890 in a Thai recipe book that features a coconut milk-base curry along with duck and young galangal known as Tom Kha Pet.

Is coconut soup good for diabetics?

In combination with slow-digesting fiber, fat can help you feel full for longer. This means you are less likely to snack, and this helps with both weight loss and sugar management. Fresh coconut eaten in moderation is a good dietary option for diabetics .

Surin's Coconut Soup Recipe

Submitted by Sayster

"Surin, a Thai restaurant with 3 locations in Alabama, makes this really really good coconut soup. I found a recipe on Yahoo! answers in response to someone's inquiry about the soup. Give it a whirl!"

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Ready In:: 45mins
Ingredients:: 15
Serves:: 8

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1 tablespoon canola oil
3 tablespoons lemongrass, outer sheath removed, bottom 3 inches trimmed and minced
2 tablespoons fresh ginger, minced
1 garlic clove, minced
2 -3 teaspoons Thai red curry paste
6 cups chicken stock
3 tablespoons fish sauce or 3 tablespoons soy sauce
1 tablespoon sugar
2 (14 ounce) cans unsweetened coconut milk
12 ounces boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1 by 1/4-inch strips
1 (15 ounce) can straw mushrooms, drained and rinsed
3 tablespoons lime juice
salt
¹⁄₂ cup whole fresh cilantro leaves, loosely packed
3 scallions, greens only, sliced thin on an angle (optional)

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directions

Heat the oil in a large stockpot or Dutch oven over medium heat. Add the lemon grass, ginger, and garlic and cook, stirring constantly, until aromatic, 30 to 60 seconds. Add the curry paste and cook, stirring constantly, for 30 seconds.
Add 1/2 cup chicken stock to the pot and stir to dissolve the curry paste. Add the remaining stock, fish sauce, and sugar and bring to a boil over medium-high heat. Reduce the heat to low, partially cover, and simmer to blend flavors, about 20 minutes.
Stir in the coconut milk, chicken, mushrooms, and lime juice. Bring back to a simmer and cook until the stock is hot and the chicken is no longer pink, about 5 minutes. Taste for seasoning and add salt if desired. Serve immediately, garnishing each bowl with cilantro and scallions.
VARIATION: THAI SHRIMP AND COCONUT SOUP. Substitute 1/4 pound peeled and deveined medium shrimp for the chicken in step 3.

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I got married to my high school sweetheart in August 06 at the ripe old age of 21, and my husband Luke and I just moved to Birmingham, AL from Auburn. He's in his second year of dental school at UAB. I have a BFA in Graphic Design, and I'm a designer at Time Inc and doing freelance design work on the side. I'm planning to go to grad school for a Master's of Fine Arts in Book Arts some time or another. I had deferred because I think the timing will be better once Luke gets out of school and perhaps I might not need to commute the hour over there.Getting married and getting HALF of a refrigerator instead of sharing one with seven other girls really ignited a cooking fire in me!Lately I've been trying to cut out the sugar, which is hard, because Luke likes sugary pancakes and cereal, and because I like baking things. I need to quit baking! Trying to lose the newlywed nine so I can fit into my winter clothes.

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