Khao Tom

Spice Level

Description

Khao Tom is a traditional Thai rice soup, particularly popular for breakfast. The rice is cooked in a flavorful broth until it reaches a creamy consistency. It is usually served with minced pork, fish, eggs, ginger, and fried garlic. It's a comforting and easy-to-digest dish, perfect for starting the day. In Thai culture, Khao Tom is also considered a hangover remedy and is often consumed late at night after a night out.

History & Origin

Khao Tom is one of the oldest and most comforting dishes in Thai cuisine. Its origins date back centuries, when Thais sought ways to use leftover rice from the previous day. This simple yet nourishing soup became a pillar of Thai cooking, especially cherished for breakfast or as a hangover remedy. In Thai culture, Khao Tom symbolizes comfort and simplicity. It is often prepared by mothers for sick children or served in Buddhist temples as an offering. Each region of Thailand has its own version, with local toppings reflecting available produce. In Bangkok, it can be found on every street corner, served around the clock by street vendors who carry on this ancestral culinary tradition.

Main Ingredients

• Garlic
• Bouillon de poulet
• Cilantro
• Ginger
• Egg
• Oignon vert
• Minced pork
• Riz jasmin