Description
Tom Yum Soup is a vibrant and aromatic dish that tantalizes the senses with its zesty lemongrass, spicy chilies, and fresh herbs. Perfect for chilly evenings or when you’re feeling under the weather, this soup offers warmth and comfort in every spoonful. Whether enjoyed on its own or paired with crispy spring rolls or fluffy jasmine rice, Tom Yum Soup is a culinary adventure that brings a taste of Thailand to your kitchen.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 cups water
- 2 stalks fresh lemongrass, sliced
- 1 inch galangal root, thinly sliced
- 200g shiitake mushrooms, sliced
- 200g shrimp or chicken, peeled and deveined
- 2 tbsp fish sauce
- Juice of 2 limes
- ¼ cup fresh cilantro, chopped
Instructions
- Prepare broth: In a pot over medium heat, combine water, lemongrass, galangal root, and fish sauce. Simmer until fragrant.
- Add protein and veggies: Stir in shrimp or chicken along with shiitake mushrooms. Cook until shrimp turns pink or chicken is cooked through (5-7 minutes).
- Finish with aromatics: Stir in lime juice and cilantro just before serving to retain freshness.
- Serve hot: Ladle into bowls and garnish with extra cilantro if desired. Enjoy with spring rolls or jasmine rice.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: Thai
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (250g)
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 900mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 150mg