Chicken Galangal Soup
Chicken galangal soup with a rich coconut milk flavor, fragrant with Thai herbs such as galangal, kaffir lime leaves, and lemongrass. Perfect for a family meal that requires warmth and is easy to prepare.
Author
krua_mali
Instructions
Boil the chicken broth with galangal, lemongrass, and kaffir lime leaves until it boils and is fragrant, about 10 minutes.
💡 Tip: Use medium heat to allow the herbs to gradually release their aroma and flavor.
About 10 min
Add the chicken and straw mushrooms, and boil until the chicken is cooked, about 7-8 minutes.
💡 Tip: Do not boil the chicken too long to avoid tough meat.
About 8 min
Add coconut milk, fish sauce, lime juice, and palm sugar. Taste and adjust the sour, salty, and sweet flavors to your liking.
💡 Tip: Gradually add lime juice and fish sauce for a balanced flavor.
About 5 min
Add the crushed bird's eye chili, sliced green onion, and cilantro. Turn off the heat and serve hot.
💡 Tip: The bird's eye chili helps enhance the spiciness and aroma of the soup.
About 2 min
