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Tom kha gai

From the video “Authentic Tom Kha Gai Thai BEST EVER Coconut Chicken Soup” by Seonkyoung Longest. RecipesMD is not affiliated with Seonkyoung Longest. Steps are in our own words.

Machine-read from the video · not yet checked by a personMediumFine for a weeknight
Mild
Total time
~5 min
est.
Serves
~3
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Cost
~$6.12*
per serving, Ontario (~2 portions assumed)save ~$10.88* vs ordering out
Difficulty
Medium
Ingredients
15

Ingredients

  • No pork

May contain fish

Read from the ingredient list. Check packaging if you have an allergy.

The video doesn’t say how many this serves, so amounts are shown as made in the video.

Ontario grocery estimate*

~$12.23*for the batch in the video
~$6.12*per serving

You save about ~$10.88* per serving (64% less*) than ordering it out — ~$21.77* for ~2 portions.

Order out = a typical Ontario Southeast Asian restaurant plate, before delivery fees, tax and tip.

9 ingredients priced from Ontario averages · 6 predicted from typical costs · not priced: lemongrass, galangal, shallot, lime leaves

* Estimate, not a quote: 6 line(s) we couldn't price were filled with typical costs for their type; the video doesn't state how many it serves, so 2 portions were assumed; restaurant comparison is a typical Ontario Southeast Asian restaurant plate at ~$17, before delivery fees, tax and tip. Prices: Ontario averages (StatCan 2026-07) + RecipesMD estimates, pro-rated, staples excluded.

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Nutrition & health

Nutrition per serving412 kcal · 21% of 2,000
Fat32 g41%
Saturated fat26 g130%
Sodium1,046 mg45%
Carbohydrate12 g4%
Fiber1 g4%
Total sugars5.7 gno daily value
Added sugars2.8 g6%
Protein25 g51%

Estimate from the ingredient list — not dietary advice. % Daily Value uses FDA reference amounts; 5% or less is low, 20% or more is high. Added sugars are counted from sweeteners and sweet sauces in the list.

Health indexTreat
  • Starting point60
  • Protein+20 of 20
  • Fiber+4 of 20
  • Saturated fat−20 of 20
  • Sodium−20 of 20
  • Added sugars (estimate)−3 of 20

RecipesMD health index — an estimate from the ingredient list, not medical or dietary advice

From 7 of 11 ingredient lines (100% of the measured weight), divided into 3 servings (estimated: average of rules (4: 705 g protein foods at ~170 g per serving) and model check (2)). Not counted because the video gives no amount: galangal, Thai chili, shallot, lime leaves, green onion, cilantro and 1 more. Not matched to nutrient data: lemongrass. Source: USDA FoodData Central SR Legacy (2018-04, public domain) + 4 Branded Foods records.

Equipment

  • mortar and pestle
  • cutting board
  • knife
  • pot
  • wooden spoon

What the video didn’t say

  • Servings not stated
  • Total preparation and cooking time not stated
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Read from the public video by gemini-3.5-flash-lite on 2026-10-05. Thumbnail and video are Seonkyoung Longest’s, shown through YouTube’s official embed.

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Frequently asked questions

Everything you need to know about Tom kha gai

What makes Seonkyoung Longest's Tom kha gai recipe and technique special?

Seonkyoung Longest's take on Tom kha gai focuses on home kitchen precision, balancing Thai & Southeast Asian flavors with an estimated under 30 minutes total preparation time. Crucial step: Simmer gently to avoid curdling coconut milk and overcooking chicken. Every step is timestamped to the exact second in the video so you can follow along hands-free.

How much does it cost to make Tom kha gai at Ontario grocery prices?

Based on Statistics Canada benchmark consumer food pricing, this Tom kha gai recipe costs approximately economical home-cooked pricing per serving (yielding 2 to 4 portions). Home cooking saves an estimated 60% to 75% compared to ordering takeout at a restaurant.

Can I make Tom kha gai ahead of time or store leftovers?

Yes. Leftover Tom kha gai can be refrigerated in an airtight container for 3 to 4 days. If the recipe contains delicate leafy greens or dressed ingredients, keep the dressing separate until ready to serve to maintain crisp texture.

What substitutions can I make in Seonkyoung Longest's Tom kha gai?

This recipe utilizes approximately 15 ingredients across 16 steps. For gluten-free adaptations, swap regular soy sauce or flour with tamari or cornstarch. For vegetarian adaptations, replace meat proteins with extra-firm tofu, mushrooms, or legumes while preserving the aromatics.

Where can I watch the video tutorial for Tom kha gai?

The official cooking video by Seonkyoung Longest is embedded directly on RecipesMD, featuring video timeline scrubbing that jumps directly to each step, adjustable playback speeds, and Kitchen Mode.