Thai Chicken Coconut Soup

Known as Tom Kha Ghai, this coconut soup is one we are always craving. The creamy coconut paired with ginger and lime gives this soup it's unique and delicious flavor.

Ingredients

• 1 tbsp. extra-virgin olive oil
• 1 tbsp. freshly minced ginger
• 4 oz. shiitake mushrooms, chopped
• 6 c. low-sodium chicken broth
• 4-5 Lemongrass
• 1 (14-oz.) can coconut milk
• 1 tbsp. fish sauce
• 1 lb. boneless skinless chicken thighs, cut into 1" pieces
• Juice of 1 lime
• Cilantro leaves, for garnish
• Chili oil, for garnish (optional)

Directions

1. In a large pot over medium heat, heat oil. Add ginger and cook until fragrant, 1 minute, then add mushrooms and cook until soft, about 6 minutes.
2. Add broth, coconut milk, and fish sauce and bring to a boil. Add chicken, reduce heat, and simmer until chicken is no longer pink, about 15 minutes. Turn off heat and stir in lime juice.
3. Garnish with cilantro and chili oil (if using) before serving.