Why Tom Kha and Laksa Taste So Good | SOUP SEASON

coconut milk

🥗Healthier: light coconut milk

💰Cheaper: evaporated milk

Light coconut milk reduces calories while evaporated milk offers a creamy texture.

galangal

🥗Healthier: ginger

💰Cheaper: ginger

Ginger is more widely available and offers a similar flavor profile.

fish sauce

🥗Healthier: soy sauce

💰Cheaper: salt

Soy sauce provides umami flavor while being vegetarian-friendly.

chicken

🥗Healthier: tofu

💰Cheaper: chicken thighs

Tofu is a great vegetarian option, while chicken thighs are often less expensive than breasts.

Heat cooking oil in a pot over medium heat.

Add the Red Curry Paste and cook until fragrant.

Pour in the dashi stock and bring to a simmer.

Add the zest of lime and fish sauce, stirring well.

Incorporate the brown sugar and coconut milk, mixing until combined.

Add the quartered mushrooms and chicken shrimp balls, cooking until the balls are heated through.

Stir in the pak choi and blanched bean sprouts, cooking for a few minutes until just tender.

Serve the soup over soaked rice noodles and garnish with fresh cilantro or Thai basil, fresh red chilis, and a squeeze of lime juice.

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