Tom Yum Goong Nam Khon Recipe (Creamy Style) ต้มยำกุ้งน้ำข้น | Thai Girl in the Kitchen

coconut milk

🥗Healthier: light coconut milk

💰Cheaper: cream

Light coconut milk reduces calories while maintaining creaminess.

shrimp

🥗Healthier: tofu

💰Cheaper: chicken

Tofu is a plant-based alternative, while chicken is often less expensive.

Thai bird's eye chili

🥗Healthier: jalapeño

💰Cheaper: red pepper flakes

Jalapeño offers a milder heat, while red pepper flakes are more accessible.

fish sauce

🥗Healthier: soy sauce

💰Cheaper: salt

Soy sauce is a vegetarian alternative, while salt is a basic seasoning.

Prepare the shrimps by cleaning and deveining them.

Bring 1 liter of water to a boil in a pot.

Add lemongrass, galangal, and kaffir lime leaves to the boiling water.

Simmer for a few minutes to infuse the flavors.

Add the shrimps and cook until they turn pink, about 2-3 minutes.

Stir in the oyster mushrooms and cook for an additional 2-3 minutes.

Reduce the heat and add the evaporated milk or coconut milk, stirring gently.

Season with fish sauce, lime juice, and roasted chili paste to taste.

Add chopped shallots, cilantro roots, and bird's eye chili for heat.

Simmer for another 2 minutes, allowing flavors to meld.

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