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Tom Yum Soup

Cultural Context

Originating from Thailand, Tom Yum Soup is a vibrant and aromatic dish known for its bold flavors and fragrant herbs. Traditionally enjoyed as a starter or light meal, it reflects the balance of spicy, sour, and savory notes that Thai cuisine is celebrated for. Today, Tom Yum has gained global popularity, with variations appearing in many countries, often featuring different proteins and spice levels to suit local tastes.

ThaiTHmain
30 min
medium
4 servings
Servings4
prawns - 10 pcs
squid - 2
tomyam paste - 4-5 tbsp
onion - 2 large
lemongrass - 2 stalks
lime leaves - 6 pcs
galangal - 1 inch
coriander roots - 2 stalks
birds eye chilli - 5 pcs
oyster mushroom - 6 pcs
tomato - 1 large
garlic - 5 cloves
fish sauce - 4 tbsp
evaporated milk - 1/3 cup
carrots - half
cauliflower - 80g
lime juice - 1 tbsp
pal sugar - 1/2 tbsp
Water

shrimp

🥗Healthier: tofu

💰Cheaper: chicken

Tofu is plant-based and lower in calories, while chicken is more affordable.

fish sauce

🥗Healthier: soy sauce

💰Cheaper: salt

Soy sauce offers a similar umami flavor, while salt is a basic alternative.

galangal

🥗Healthier: ginger

💰Cheaper: ginger

Ginger is more commonly available and provides a similar flavor profile.

kaffir lime leaves

🥗Healthier: lime zest

💰Cheaper: lime zest

Lime zest can mimic the citrus aroma of kaffir lime leaves.

1

Bring water to a boil in a pot.

2

Add onion, lemongrass, galangal, and lime leaves; simmer for a few minutes.

3

Stir in garlic, mushrooms, carrots, cauliflower, and tomato; cook until tender.

4

Add prawns, squid, and cook until they turn pink and are cooked through.

5

Stir in tomyam paste, fish sauce, lime juice, and pal sugar; mix well.

6

Finish with evaporated milk and garnish with coriander roots and birds eye chilli.

Cooking Techniques

simmeringboiling

Equipment Needed

potladleknifecutting board

Spice Level:

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Dietary

pescatarian

Allergens

shellfish

Also Known As

Tom Yum GoongTom Yum Kung

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