How to make Tom Yam Soup

shrimp

🥗Healthier: tofu

💰Cheaper: chicken

Tofu is a great plant-based protein option, while chicken is often more affordable than shrimp.

fish sauce

🥗Healthier: soy sauce

💰Cheaper: salt

Soy sauce can provide umami flavor while being lower in calories.

galangal

🥗Healthier: ginger

💰Cheaper: ginger

Ginger is more widely available and can mimic the spice of galangal.

Thai bird's eye chili

🥗Healthier: jalapeño

💰Cheaper: jalapeño

Jalapeño peppers can provide heat and are easier to find.

Boil water in a pot.

While waiting for the water to boil, prepare the ingredients: slice galangal, use only the white ends of lemongrass, and chop fresh tomatoes and shallots.

Tear up oyster mushrooms and kaffir lime leaves.

Add as many Thai bird's eye chilies as desired for spice.

Once the water is boiling, add all the prepared ingredients to the pot.

Let the mixture simmer for 5 minutes before adding proteins.

Add chicken and prawns to the pot.

Mix prick pow chili paste and MSG together, then add to the pot.

Add fish sauce and palm sugar to the pot.

Check the seasoning and adjust with lime juice to balance acidity.

Add chopped cilantro before serving.

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