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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.

Boil water in a cooking pot.

Add galangal, lemongrass, and dried chili to the boiling water and cook for 7-8 minutes.

Remove the galangal and lemongrass from the pot as they are non-edible.

Add garlic, dried chili, shrimp, lime leaves, mushroom, tomato, onion, tamarind paste, lime juice, and fish sauce to the pot.

Season with ground black pepper and salt to taste.

Bring the mixture to a boil for about 6 minutes until cooked.

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