Khao Soi Khao

Khao Soi Khao is a rich and creamy Thai rice dish, combining tender chicken with a spicy coconut curry sauce, served over fluffy jasmine rice. This high-protein meal is both comforting and nourishing, perfect for a satisfying dinner.

Ingredients

• Jasmine rice - 150 grams
• Chicken breast - 200 grams, diced
• Coconut milk - 200 ml
• Red curry paste - 2 tablespoons
• Vegetable oil - 1 tablespoon
• Garlic - 2 cloves, minced
• Shallots - 2, finely chopped
• Fish sauce - 1 tablespoon
• Brown sugar - 1 teaspoon
• Lime juice - 1 tablespoon
• Cilantro - for garnish
• Green onions - for garnish

Steps

1. Rinse the jasmine rice under cold water until the water runs clear, then cook according to package instructions, typically in 300 ml of water for 15-18 minutes.
2. In a large pan, heat the vegetable oil over medium heat and sauté the minced garlic and chopped shallots until fragrant and translucent.
3. Add the diced chicken breast to the pan and cook until browned on all sides, about 5-7 minutes.
4. Stir in the red curry paste and cook for another 2 minutes to release the flavors.
5. Pour in the coconut milk, fish sauce, and brown sugar, stirring well to combine. Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer and let it cook for 10 minutes until the chicken is cooked through and the sauce thickens slightly.
6. Remove from heat and stir in the lime juice.
7. Serve the coconut curry chicken over the cooked jasmine rice, garnished with fresh cilantro and sliced green onions.

Nutrition

• Calories: 600
• Protein: 30 g
• Carbs: 70 g
• Fiber: 3 g
• Sugar: 5 g
• Sodium: 800 mg
• Cholesterol: 70 mg
• Total Fat: 25 g
• Saturated Fat: 15 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
• Water: 0.3 L

Health Benefits

• High protein content from chicken supports muscle growth and repair.
• Coconut milk provides healthy fats that can enhance heart health.

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