Tom Kha Coconut Soup with Shrimp

Indulge in the exotic flavors of Thailand with this Tom Kha Coconut Soup with Shrimp—a luscious, aromatic dish that's both comforting and vibrant. This traditional Thai soup showcases a silky coconut milk and chicken stock base, infused with the bold flavors of lemongrass, galangal, kaffir lime leaves, and spicy bird's eye chili peppers. Juicy, tender shrimp and earthy mushrooms add richness, while lime juice, fish sauce, and a touch of palm sugar create the perfect balance of tangy, savory, and slightly sweet notes. Quick to prepare in just 35 minutes, this soup is garnished with fresh cilantro and green onions for a fresh pop of color and flavor. Perfect for a cozy dinner or a light appetizer, this Tom Kha will transport your taste buds straight to Southeast Asia.

Nutriscore Rating: 74/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 cups Coconut milk
• 2 cups Chicken stock
• 2 Lemongrass stalks, trimmed and bruised
• 1 piece Galangal (or ginger), thinly sliced
• 4 Kaffir lime leaves, torn
• 3 Thai bird's eye chili peppers, sliced
• 1 pound Shrimp, peeled and deveined
• 1 cup Mushrooms (white or straw), sliced
• 3 tablespoons Fish sauce
• 3 tablespoons Lime juice, freshly squeezed
• 1 teaspoon Palm sugar (or brown sugar)
• 2 tablespoons Fresh cilantro leaves, chopped
• 2 Green onions, sliced
• 1 pinch Salt

Directions

Step 1

In a large pot over medium heat, combine the coconut milk and chicken stock. Bring to a gentle simmer.

Step 2

Add the bruised lemongrass stalks, sliced galangal, and torn kaffir lime leaves to the pot. Simmer for 5 minutes to infuse flavors into the broth.

Step 3

Stir in the sliced chili peppers, mushrooms, and shrimp. Let everything cook for about 6–8 minutes, or until the shrimp turn pink and are fully cooked.

Step 4

Season the soup with fish sauce, lime juice, and palm sugar. Taste the broth and adjust the seasoning with a pinch of salt if needed.

Step 5

Remove the lemongrass stalks and kaffir lime leaves before serving.

Step 6

Ladle the soup into bowls and garnish with fresh cilantro and green onions.

Step 7

Serve hot and enjoy your Tom Kha Coconut Soup with Shrimp!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	2430.3 grams (2430.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1079

Total Fat 14.40g	18%
Saturated Fat 2.10g	11%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.00g
Cholesterol 928mg	309%
Sodium 5195mg	226%
Total Carbohydrate 109.30g	40%
Dietary Fiber 3.20g	11%
Total Sugars 79.80g
Protein 143.40g	287%

Vitamin D 14IU	70%
Calcium 352mg	27%
Iron 8mg	43%
Potassium 2917mg	62%

*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: 11.4%

Protein: 50.3%

Carbs: 38.3%