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Thai Tom Yum Soup

Cultural Context

Originating from Thailand, Tom Yum Soup is a vibrant and aromatic dish that showcases the balance of spicy, sour, and savory flavors typical of Thai cuisine. Traditionally enjoyed as a comforting meal, it reflects the use of fresh herbs and ingredients that are staples in Thai cooking. Today, Tom Yum has gained global popularity, with many variations emerging, including vegetarian and seafood options.

ThaiTHmain
30 min
medium
4 servings
Servings4
1.5 L chicken broth
cherry tomato
cilantro
shrimps
squids
fresh lime leaves
lime
hot pepper
2-3 pods lemongrass
galangal root
8 tbsp coconut milk
12 tbsp cream 30-35%
shimeji mushrooms
1 tbsp soy sauce
4 tbsp fish sauce
1 tsp sriracha sauce
2 tbsp pasta Tom Yam

shrimp

🥗Healthier: tofu

💰Cheaper: chicken

Tofu provides a plant-based option, while chicken is often more affordable.

fish sauce

🥗Healthier: soy sauce

💰Cheaper: salt

Soy sauce is a vegetarian alternative, and salt is a basic substitute.

galangal

🥗Healthier: ginger

💰Cheaper: dried ginger

Ginger offers a similar flavor profile and is more widely available.

kaffir lime leaves

🥗Healthier: lime zest

💰Cheaper: lemon zest

Lime or lemon zest can mimic the citrus aroma.

1

Bring chicken broth to a boil in a pot over low heat.

2

Add lemongrass, galangal, and fresh lime leaves to the pot and simmer.

3

Incorporate hot pepper and cherry tomatoes, cooking briefly.

4

Add shimeji mushrooms and cook until tender.

5

Stir in shrimps and squids, cooking until they are done.

6

Season with fish sauce, soy sauce, sriracha, and lime juice to taste.

7

Finish with coconut milk and cream, stirring to combine before serving.

Cooking Techniques

simmeringchoppinggarnishing

Equipment Needed

potknifecutting boardladle

Spice Level:

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Dietary

gluten-freedairy-free

Allergens

shellfish

Also Known As

Tom Yum GoongTom Yum Kung

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