# Tom kha gai (from Seonkyoung Longest)

Video: [Authentic Tom Kha Gai Thai BEST EVER Coconut Chicken Soup](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2BbIZwmIP7Q) by [Seonkyoung Longest](https://www.youtube.com/@SeonkyoungLongest).
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- Serves: not stated
- Total time: not stated
- Ontario estimate*: ~$6.12 per serving, ~$12.23 for ~2 portions (assumed); saves ~$10.88* per serving (64%) vs ordering out (~$17.00*). * Estimate: 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.

## Ingredients

- 1 large or 2 small lemongrass
- a piece galangal
- some Thai chili _(amount estimated)_
- some shallot _(amount estimated)_
- a few lime leaves
- 5 oz tomato
- 5 oz shimeji mushrooms
- 1 breast (9-10 oz) chicken breast
- 2 cups chicken stock
- 2 tsp palm sugar
- 2 tbsp fish sauce
- 1 can (1 and 2/3 cups) coconut milk
- to taste green onion _(amount estimated)_
- to taste cilantro _(amount estimated)_
- 1/4 to 1/3 cup lime juice

## Steps

1. [1:37](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2BbIZwmIP7Q&t=97s) Cut the lemongrass into 2-inch pieces and slice the galangal.
2. [2:43](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2BbIZwmIP7Q&t=163s) Crush the lemongrass, galangal, and Thai chilis using a mortar and pestle.
3. [3:26](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2BbIZwmIP7Q&t=206s) Slice the shallots.
4. [3:35](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2BbIZwmIP7Q&t=215s) Remove the stems from the lime leaves.
5. [3:42](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2BbIZwmIP7Q&t=222s) Cut the tomatoes into wedges.
6. [3:48](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2BbIZwmIP7Q&t=228s) Prepare the shimeji mushrooms by separating them.
7. [4:01](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2BbIZwmIP7Q&t=241s) Slice the chicken breast into bite-sized pieces.
8. [4:35](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2BbIZwmIP7Q&t=275s) Pour chicken stock into a medium pot and add lemongrass, galangal, and shallots.
9. [4:42](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2BbIZwmIP7Q&t=282s) Simmer the aromatics over medium heat to release their fragrance.
10. [4:49](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2BbIZwmIP7Q&t=289s) Add palm sugar, fish sauce, and coconut milk to the pot.
11. [4:58](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2BbIZwmIP7Q&t=298s) Add tomatoes, mushrooms, chicken, and torn lime leaves.
12. [5:08](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2BbIZwmIP7Q&t=308s) Add Thai chili and gently stir everything together.
13. [5:14](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2BbIZwmIP7Q&t=314s) Simmer gently over medium heat until the chicken is cooked and tomatoes are soft.
14. [5:55](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2BbIZwmIP7Q&t=355s) Chop green onions and cilantro.
15. [6:00](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2BbIZwmIP7Q&t=360s) Stir the cilantro and green onions into the soup.
16. [6:06](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2BbIZwmIP7Q&t=366s) Squeeze lime juice into the soup to taste.

## 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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