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Thai Tom Yum Soup
Tom Yum Soup is a vibrant and aromatic dish from Thailand, renowned for its bold flavors that dance on your palate. This spicy and tangy soup features fresh shrimp, fragrant herbs, and zesty lime, capturing the essence of Thai cuisine. Traditionally, Tom Yum has a rich history, believed to date back to the 19th century, where it was enjoyed by the royal family and gradually became a staple in Thai households. Each spoonful is a symphony of taste, bringing warmth and comfort.
Ingredients
- Water
- 4 cups
- Lemongrass
- 2 stalks, cut into 2-inch pieces and smashed
- Kaffir lime leaves
- 4 leaves, torn into pieces
- Galangal
- 1 inch, sliced (can substitute with ginger if unavailable)
- Thai chili
- 2-3, smashed (adjust for spice preference)
- Mushrooms
- 1 cup, sliced (shiitake or button mushrooms work well)
- Shrimp
- 1 pound, peeled and deveined
- Fish sauce
- 3 tablespoons
- Lime juice
- 2 tablespoons, freshly squeezed
- Sugar
- 1 teaspoon
- Green onions
- 1/4 cup, chopped (for garnish)
- Cilantro
- 1/4 cup, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- In a large pot, bring 4 cups of water to a rolling boil over medium-high heat.
- Add the smashed lemongrass, torn kaffir lime leaves, sliced galangal, and smashed Thai chili to the pot. Let it simmer for 5 minutes to allow the flavors to infuse.
- Next, add the sliced mushrooms and shrimp to the pot. Cook for an additional 3-4 minutes, or until the shrimp turn pink and are cooked through.
- Stir in the fish sauce, lime juice, and sugar. Taste the broth and adjust the seasoning as necessary, adding more fish sauce or lime juice to your preference.
- Carefully remove the lemongrass, kaffir lime leaves, and galangal slices from the soup, as they are not meant to be eaten.
- Ladle the soup into bowls and garnish with chopped cilantro and green onions. Serve hot and enjoy!
Tips
- For a vegetarian version, substitute shrimp with tofu and use vegetable broth instead of water.
- Feel free to add other vegetables like cherry tomatoes or snow peas for extra color and nutrition.
- This soup is best enjoyed fresh but can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.
Dietary Information
Servings: 4 Dish Type: Soup Prep Time: 10 minutes Cook Time: 15 minutes Calories: 180 Fat: 3g Carbs: 10g Protein: 25g Sodium: 1100mg Sugar: 1g
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