rice
Khao Tom
ข้าวต้ม
Mild
Khao Tom is Thai rice soup — plain boiled jasmine rice cooked in clear broth until soft, served with an array of small side dishes like ginger, salted egg, pickled vegetables, and fried garlic.
Key Ingredients
- jasmine rice
- chicken or pork broth
- ginger
- garlic
- spring onion
Where to Try It
Early morning markets, hospital food courts, and overnight noodle shops throughout Thailand.
Tips
- Khao Tom is the quintessential Thai comfort food — eaten when ill, hung over, or simply in need of something gentle on the stomach.