Tom Yum Soup
Tom Yum Soup is a fragrant and spicy Thai dish that brings a burst of flavor from fresh herbs and spices. With its zesty broth, succulent shrimp, and aromatic ingredients, it's perfect for warming up on a cool day or impressing guests.
Ingredients
- 4 cups chicken or vegetable broth
- 200g shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 1 stalk lemongrass, cut into 2-inch pieces and smashed
- 3-4 kaffir lime leaves, torn
- 3-4 slices galangal (or ginger if unavailable)
- 200g mushrooms, sliced
- 2-3 Thai bird's eye chilies, smashed
- 2 tablespoons fish sauce
- 1 tablespoon lime juice
- Cilantro leaves for garnish
- Optional: rice noodles or cooked rice
Instructions
- 1
In a pot, bring the chicken or vegetable broth to a boil over medium heat.
- 2
Add the lemongrass, kaffir lime leaves, galangal, and bird's eye chilies to the broth.
- 3
Let the broth simmer for about 5-10 minutes to infuse the flavors.
- 4
Add the shrimp and mushrooms to the pot, cooking until the shrimp are pink and cooked through, about 3-5 minutes.
- 5
Stir in the fish sauce and lime juice, adjusting to taste.
- 6
Serve hot, garnished with fresh cilantro leaves. Optionally, add rice noodles or cooked rice.
Quick Info
Prep Time
15 min
Cook Time
20 min
Servings
4
Difficulty
Medium
Nutrition Facts
Per serving
