Tom Yum Canned fish | Cooking Thai Recipe | Thailand Street Food | Hot and Spicy Soup

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.

Bring water to a boil in a pot.

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

Stir in onion, shallot, and chili pepper; cook until tender.

Add sardine in tomato sauce and cook until heated through.

Stir in fish sauce, lime juice, and palm sugar; mix well.

Remove from heat and garnish with fresh cilantro.

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