Tom Yum Soup
A fragrant and flavorful Thai soup known for its bold taste, combining shrimp, mushrooms, and aromatic herbs.
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Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 180kcal
Ingredients
- 400 g shrimp peeled and deveined
- 1 liter chicken or vegetable broth
- 2 stalks lemongrass cut into 2-inch pieces
- 5-6 kaffir lime leaves torn
- 3-4 slices galangal or ginger
- 200 g mushrooms sliced
- 2-3 Thai bird's eye chilies smashed
- 2 tablespoons fish sauce
- 1 tablespoon lime juice
- Fresh cilantro for garnish
Instructions
- In a pot, bring the chicken or vegetable broth to a boil.
- Add the lemongrass, kaffir lime leaves, and galangal to the pot.
- Let the broth simmer for about 5 minutes to infuse the flavors.
- Add the sliced mushrooms and cook for another 3 minutes.
- Stir in the bird's eye chilies for heat.
- Add the shrimp and cook until they turn pink, about 2-3 minutes.
- Season with fish sauce and lime juice, adjusting to taste.
- Remove from heat and discard the lemongrass and lime leaves if desired.
- Serve hot, garnished with fresh cilantro.
Nutrition
Calories: 180kcal | Carbohydrates: 4g | Protein: 25g | Fat: 7g | Fiber: 2g