Tom Kha Gai — Creamy Coconut Chicken Soup
Learn about Tom Kha Gai. Ingredients, spice level, how it differs from Tom Yum.
Tom Kha Gai (ต้มข่าไก่) is the gentler cousin of Tom Yum. Mild, rich, and soothing.
Key Ingredients
- Chicken — sliced breast or thigh
- Coconut milk — the creamy base
- Galangal — the star ingredient
- Lemongrass and kaffir lime leaves
Spice Level: 1-2/5
Mildly spicy. Perfect for those who want Thai flavors without the burn.
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