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Slow Cooker Tom Kha Soup Recipe

Slow Cooker Tom Kha Soup Recipe

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Experience the vibrant flavors of Thailand with this Slow Cooker Tom Kha Soup Recipe, a creamy and aromatic dish that brings warmth and comfort to your table. This easy-to-make soup features tender chicken, fresh vegetables, and a luscious coconut milk base infused with fragrant herbs like lemongrass and galangal. Perfect for weeknight dinners or casual gatherings, this recipe allows you to simply set it in your slow cooker and savor the rich, tangy taste that develops over hours of cooking. It’s not only delicious but also healthy, making it a satisfying choice for any occasion.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup white onion slices
  • 1 tablespoon chopped fresh garlic
  • ½ red jalapeño pepper
  • 3 slices fresh galangal (or ginger)
  • 1 stalk lemongrass
  • 10 lime leaves (optional)
  • 1 tablespoon red Thai curry paste
  • 4 cups chicken broth
  • 2 cans full-fat coconut milk
  • 1 pound chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces
  • 8 ounces white mushroom caps, sliced
  • Fresh lime juice, brown sugar, fish sauce, green onions, and cilantro for garnishing

Instructions

  1. Combine all base ingredients (onion, garlic, jalapeño, galangal, lemongrass, lime leaves, curry paste, and chicken broth) in the slow cooker.
  2. Cook on HIGH for 3 hours or LOW for 6 hours.
  3. Use a slotted spoon to remove solids from the liquid.
  4. Add coconut milk, chicken pieces, and mushrooms; stir to combine.
  5. Cook on HIGH for an additional hour or LOW for 2 hours until chicken is cooked through.
  6. Stir in brown sugar, fish sauce, and lime juice; adjust seasonings as needed.
  7. Serve garnished with green onions and cilantro.

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