टॉम खा गाई

There is a moment when the coconut milk hits the galangal and the whole pot turns fragrant, and that is the moment this soup is built around.

• Galangal, sliced thin, sharp and citrusy.
• Lemongrass, bruised to release its oils.
• Coconut milk, simmered slow until silky.
• Chicken, poached gently so it stays tender.
• Mushrooms and fresh cilantro, added at the end.

A central Thai soup, mild by design, so the aromatics do the talking instead of the heat. The broth is built first, then the chicken goes in and everything else follows in order, which is why it tastes clean rather than muddy. Gluten-free. Contains: none of the common allergens. May contain: traces of nuts.