Thai Tom Kha Tofu (Coconut Tofu Soup)
Creamy, tangy Thai coconut soup with tofu and mushrooms. 290 calories, 14g protein, fragrant and comforting.
Thai Tom Kha Tofu (Coconut Tofu Soup) has 290 calories per serving, with 14g protein, 22g carbs, 17g fat, and 2g fiber. Prep 10 min, cook 18 min.
Nutrition per serving
2 serving(s)
290
Calories
14g
Protein
28% DV
22g
Carbs
8% DV
17g
Fat
22% DV
* %DV based on a 2000 calorie diet
📊 290 calories per serving.
Nutrition values are estimates based on standard ingredient data and may vary with the brands and portions you use. How we calculate nutrition.
Prep Time
10 min
Cook Time
18 min
Servings
2
Est. Cost
$4.50
Thai Tom Kha Tofu (Coconut Tofu Soup)
A creamy, tangy Thai coconut-galangal soup with tofu and mushrooms—just 290 calories and 14g protein per fragrant, comforting bowl.
Ingredients
- 4 oz firm tofu, cubed
- 0.5 cup light coconut milk
- 1 cup mushrooms, sliced
- 1 lemongrass stalk, bruised
- 0.5 oz galangal, sliced
- 3 kaffir lime leaves, torn
- 1 tbsp soy sauce
- 2 tbsp fresh lime juice
- 1 tbsp fresh cilantro, chopped
Instructions
- Bring 2 cups water to a simmer with lemongrass, galangal, and lime leaves.
- Simmer 5 minutes to infuse the aromatics.
- Add coconut milk and mushrooms; cook 5 minutes until tender.
- Add tofu cubes and soy sauce; simmer 3 minutes to heat through.
- Remove from heat and stir in lime juice.
- Taste and adjust with more soy sauce or lime as needed.
- Garnish with cilantro and serve hot, leaving the whole aromatics in the bowl.
Nutrition Facts
| Nutrient | Amount |
|---|---|
| Calories | 290 kcal |
| Protein | 14g |
| Carbs | 22g |
| Fat | 17g |
| Fiber | 2g |
Tips
- Light coconut milk keeps this creamy but lower in calories.
- Add lime juice off the heat to preserve its bright flavor.
- Substitute ginger for galangal in a pinch, though it’s a bit sharper.
Dietary tags
What do these tags mean?
- High protein
- ≥ 25g protein per serving.
- High fiber
- ≥ 8g fiber per serving.
- Meal prep
- Stores 3+ days in the fridge or is freezer-friendly with reheat instructions.
- Low calorie
- Under 300 calories per serving.
- No cook
- No heat source required — assemble and eat.
Definitions are consistent across the site. Nutrition values are estimates based on standard U.S. database values; actual results vary by brand and portion.
🧊 Storage & Reheat
Fridge
Store in an airtight container for up to 4 days.
Freezer
Freezer-friendly — store up to 2 months. Thaw overnight in the fridge before reheating.
Reheat
Microwave 700W for 60–90 seconds, or until steaming hot throughout. Add a splash of broth or water to prevent drying.
Equipment
skillet
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