Sweet and Sour Fish Soup (Somlor Machu Youn)

tamarind paste

🥗Healthier: lime juice

💰Cheaper: vinegar

Lime juice provides acidity and flavor without extra calories.

fish

🥗Healthier: tofu

💰Cheaper: canned fish

Tofu is plant-based and often less expensive.

pineapple

🥗Healthier: mango

💰Cheaper: canned pineapple

Mango adds sweetness with fewer costs.

fresh fish

🥗Healthier: frozen fish

💰Cheaper: local fish

Frozen fish can be more accessible and affordable.

Boil the fish for 15 minutes and add in the galangal, lemon grass, and kaffir lime leaves.

Prepare the vegetables.

Add in the seasonings and veggies.

Simmer for another 10 minutes, add in fried garlic, half a package of tamarind powder, and green onions.

Serve with a bowl of hot rice!

Cooking Techniques

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