Introduction to Khao Tom Pla (ข้าวต้มปลา)
Khao Tom Pla, or Thai Fish Rice Soup, is a soothing and flavorful Thai dish that delights the senses. This nourishing soup combines rice, tender fish, aromatic herbs, and spices, making it a popular choice for a comforting and wholesome meal in Thailand.
Recipe:
Ingredients:
- Rice
- Fresh fish fillets (such as tilapia or sea bass)
- Galangal, thinly sliced
- Lemongrass, cut into pieces
- Kaffir lime leaves, torn
- Fish sauce
- White pepper powder
- Cilantro leaves for garnish
Instructions:
- Rinse the rice and cook it with water until it’s soft and porridge-like in consistency.
- In a separate pot, bring water to a simmer and add galangal, lemongrass, and torn kaffir lime leaves to create a fragrant broth.
- Add fresh fish fillets to the simmering broth and cook until they are tender and flaky.
- Season the broth with fish sauce and white pepper powder to taste.
- Serve the hot fish rice soup, garnished with fresh cilantro leaves.
