Low-carb Thai Coconut Soup

This Low-Carb Thai Coconut Soup is a delicious and healthy option for a light meal. Packed with the flavors of coconut, lemongrass, and Thai spices, this soup is sure to warm you up on a chilly day.

Low-carb Thai Coconut Soup

Ingredients

  • 1 can (14 oz) coconut milk
  • 4 cups chicken broth
  • 2 stalks lemongrass, smashed
  • 1 inch piece of ginger, sliced
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 red chili, sliced
  • 1 lb chicken breast, thinly sliced
  • 8 oz mushrooms, sliced
  • 2 tbsp fish sauce
  • 1 tbsp soy sauce
  • 1 tbsp lime juice
  • 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. In a large pot, combine the coconut milk, chicken broth, lemongrass, ginger, garlic, and chili. Bring to a simmer over medium heat.
  2. Add the sliced chicken and mushrooms to the pot. Cook for 10-15 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through.
  3. Stir in the fish sauce, soy sauce, and lime juice. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  4. Remove the lemongrass stalks and ginger slices from the soup.
  5. Serve the soup hot, garnished with fresh cilantro.

Cooking & Preparation

Preparation time:
10 minutes
Cooking time:
20 minutes
Total time:
30 minutes
Cooking method
Stovetop

Nutritional facts per 1 serving

Calories
200 per serving
Carbohydrates
10g
Protein
15g
Fat
12g

Supplies

Large pot Knife Cutting board Measuring spoons Measuring cups Ladle

Tools

Soup ladle Serving bowls Soup spoons

Serving suggestions

Serve the Low-Carb Thai Coconut Soup with a side of cauliflower rice for a complete and satisfying meal.

Tips & tricks

For a vegetarian version, substitute the chicken with tofu and use vegetable broth instead of chicken broth.

Cost

$15