Tom Kha Moo

Tom Kha Moo is a delightful Thai coconut soup that combines the rich flavors of coconut milk with tender pork and aromatic herbs, perfect for a comforting meal. This Keto version ensures you can enjoy the creamy goodness without the carbs.

Ingredients

• Pork belly - 200 grams, sliced thinly
• Coconut milk - 400 ml
• Chicken or pork broth - 200 ml
• Lemongrass - 1 stalk, chopped
• Galangal - 10 grams, sliced (or ginger as a substitute)
• Kaffir lime leaves - 3 leaves, torn
• Mushrooms (shiitake or oyster) - 100 grams, sliced
• Fish sauce - 2 tablespoons
• Lime juice - 2 tablespoons
• Cilantro - a handful, chopped
• Chili (fresh or dried) - to taste
• Salt - to taste

Steps

1. In a pot, combine coconut milk and broth, and bring to a gentle simmer over medium heat.
2. Add the chopped lemongrass, sliced galangal, and torn kaffir lime leaves to the pot, and let it simmer for about 5 minutes to infuse the flavors.
3. Add the sliced pork belly and mushrooms, cooking until the pork is tender, about 10 minutes.
4. Stir in the fish sauce, lime juice, and adjust the seasoning with salt to taste.
5. Remove from heat and garnish with chopped cilantro and chili before serving.

Nutrition

• Calories: 450
• Protein: 20 g
• Carbs: 6 g
• Fiber: 1 g
• Sugar: 2 g
• Sodium: 800 mg
• Cholesterol: 50 mg
• Total Fat: 40 g
• Saturated Fat: 30 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
• Water: 0.4 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in healthy fats from coconut milk, promoting satiety and energy.
• Contains anti-inflammatory properties from galangal and lemongrass.

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