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Turkey Tom Yum Lets Your Leftover Turkey Live to Thai Another Day

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J. Kenji López-Alt
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Tom Yum Nam Khon

Cultural Context

Tom Yum Nam Khon is a beloved Thai soup known for its bold flavors and aromatic ingredients. Originating from Central Thailand, this dish is often served as a comforting meal and is a staple in Thai cuisine. Its combination of spicy, sour, and savory elements reflects the balance of flavors that Thai food is celebrated for. Today, variations of Tom Yum can be found around the world, with many adapting the ingredients to local tastes and availability.

ThaiTHmain
30 min
medium
4 servings
Servings4
2 cups leftover turkey, shredded
4 cups turkey broth
1 cup coconut milk
1 inch galangal, sliced
2 stalks lemongrass, chopped
4 makrut lime leaves
2 Thai bird chilies, sliced
2 shallots, sliced
3 garlic cloves, minced
1 cup honshimeji mushrooms
1 cup shimeji mushrooms

Quantities are estimated based on standard recipes for your convenience. The actual ingredients used in this video are accurate.

shrimp

🥗Healthier: tofu

💰Cheaper: chicken

Tofu provides a plant-based option, while chicken is a more economical protein.

fish sauce

🥗Healthier: soy sauce

💰Cheaper: salt

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

1

Simmer turkey bones with onions, celery, and carrots to make turkey broth.

2

Trim and add galangal to the broth.

3

Peel and trim lemongrass, then whack it to expose the core and add it to the broth.

4

Fold makrut lime leaves in half and add to the broth.

5

Crush Thai bird chilies and add to the broth.

6

Add half a shallot to the broth and save the other half for later.

7

Add garlic cloves to the broth.

8

Add honshimeji and shimeji mushrooms to the broth.

9

Bring the broth to a boil, then reduce to a simmer.

Cooking Techniques

simmeringinfusing

Equipment Needed

potladleknifecutting board

Spice Level:

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Dietary

pescatarian

Allergens

shellfish

Also Known As

Tom Yum SoupTom Yum Goong

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