Soup is a common winter comfort food. A warm, salty broth can help you stay cozy on a cold day. If you visit a restaurant that serves Thai cuisine, you’ll find several soups that are full of fresh ingredients, with careful balances of savory, sweet, spicy, and sour flavors. Here are a few of the tastiest and healthiest recipes.   

Your Guide to Healthy Thai Soups

1. Tom Yum

This soup showcases the spicy and sour notes of Thai cuisine. The savory mixture gets its bite from red chili peppers, while lemongrass and lime juice add the tangy accents. Galangal is a type of ginger that gives the broth a citrus flavor and pleasant aromas. Its anti-inflammatory properties can help curb arthritis flare-ups. Lemongrass, on the other hand, is credited with reducing inflammation.

2. Tom Kha

This recipe contains many of the same ingredients as tom yum soup, with the addition of coconut milk. It gives the broth its creamy quality and smooth texture. The lauric acid in coconut milk aids immune system function. Galangal is also a prominent ingredient in this spicy soup, and is paired with fish sauce and kaffir lime for salty and citrus notes.  

3. Tom Kloang

This soup, which uses salted fish to flavor the broth, is a favorite with people who love savory dishes. Tamarind leaves and paste provide its tangy taste. Tamarind contains polyphenols with antioxidants, which can help ward off heart disease and other illnesses.

If you are craving Thai cuisine, visit Pho' Vietnam in Anchorage, AK. Their flavorful soups contain aromatic herbs, spices, and fresh vegetables and protein. The menu also includes a variety of Vietnamese dishes. View the complete selection of lunch and dinner options online. To reach their locations with questions, call (907) 929-9938 for Denali Street, (907) 929-0999 for Fireweed Lane, and (907) 274-2033​​​​​ for Jewel Lake Road.