Thai Coconut Soup

Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Health score
14%
Thai Coconut Soup
55 min.
4
378kcal

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Indulge in the vibrant flavors of Thailand with this delightful Thai Coconut Soup, a dish that perfectly balances comfort and exotic taste. This gluten-free and dairy-free recipe is not only a feast for the senses but also a wholesome option for those seeking a lighter meal. With a preparation time of just 55 minutes, you can easily whip up this delicious soup for lunch or dinner, serving up to four people.

The star of this dish is the tender, shredded chicken, simmered to perfection in a rich and creamy coconut milk broth. The addition of fresh mushrooms adds an earthy depth, while the zesty lime juice and fragrant gingerroot elevate the soup with a refreshing kick. Each spoonful is a harmonious blend of flavors, enhanced by the aromatic herbs of Thai basil and cilantro, making it a truly satisfying main course.

Whether you're looking to impress guests or simply enjoy a cozy night in, this Thai Coconut Soup is sure to become a favorite in your culinary repertoire. Garnished with a touch of heat from fresh cayenne pepper, it offers a delightful contrast that will leave your taste buds dancing. Dive into this bowl of goodness and experience the warmth and richness of Thai cuisine right in your own kitchen!

Ingredients

  • lb chicken breast boneless skinless
  • 32 oz chicken broth (4 cups)
  • 13.5 oz coconut milk canned
  • cup mushrooms fresh sliced
  • strip savory vegetable (2 inch) (use vegetable peeler to remove from lime)
  • 0.3 cup juice of lime fresh
  • teaspoon ginger grated
  • teaspoon fish sauce 
  • clove garlic grated
  • 0.3 cup basil fresh
  • 0.3 cup cilantro leaves fresh coarsely chopped
  • 0.3 cup spring onion chopped (4 medium)
  • tablespoons bell pepper fresh red or any hot pepper, if desired sliced

Equipment

  • frying pan
  • sauce pan

Directions

  1. In 12-inch skillet, heat chicken and broth to boiling. Cook over medium heat about 20 minutes or until juice of chicken is clear when center of thickest part is cut (at least 165°F).
  2. Remove chicken from broth to plate. Measure out 2 cups broth; place in 3-quart saucepan. (If more liquid is needed, add water.)
  3. Use 2 forks to shred chicken.
  4. Add to broth in saucepan.
  5. Add coconut milk, mushrooms, lime peel, lime juice, gingerroot, fish sauce and garlic.
  6. Heat to boiling. Cook over medium heat until mushrooms are tender, 15 to 20 minutes.
  7. Remove soup from heat. Stir in basil, cilantro and green onions.
  8. Garnish each serving with red pepper.

Nutrition Facts

Calories378kcal
Protein29.57%
Fat60.62%
Carbs9.81%

Properties

Glycemic Index
72
Glycemic Load
0.43
Inflammation Score
-6
Nutrition Score
21.868261052215%

Flavonoids

Eriodictyol
0.33mg
Hesperetin
1.36mg
Naringenin
0.06mg
Luteolin
0.03mg
Kaempferol
0.09mg
Myricetin
0.01mg
Quercetin
1.3mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:377.99kcal
18.9%
Fat:26.33g
40.5%
Saturated Fat:20.88g
130.51%
Carbohydrates:9.6g
3.2%
Net Carbohydrates:6.84g
2.49%
Sugar:5.33g
5.92%
Cholesterol:77.11mg
25.7%
Sodium:1108.58mg
48.2%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:28.89g
57.78%
Vitamin B3:14.09mg
70.44%
Selenium:45.68µg
65.25%
Manganese:1.07mg
53.31%
Vitamin B6:0.95mg
47.45%
Phosphorus:372.06mg
37.21%
Potassium:852.68mg
24.36%
Vitamin B5:2.23mg
22.25%
Vitamin K:22.92µg
21.83%
Vitamin B2:0.36mg
21.16%
Copper:0.42mg
20.9%
Vitamin C:17.04mg
20.66%
Magnesium:76.64mg
19.16%
Iron:2.49mg
13.83%
Vitamin B1:0.18mg
11.84%
Zinc:1.66mg
11.08%
Fiber:2.75g
11.01%
Folate:34.13µg
8.53%
Vitamin A:413.57IU
8.27%
Vitamin B12:0.29µg
4.82%
Calcium:43.18mg
4.32%
Vitamin E:0.63mg
4.21%
Vitamin D:0.16µg
1.08%