Recipe of Tom Yum Soup (Thai Spicy and Sour Soup)
Tom Yum is a classic Thai soup known for its bold and invigorating flavors. This easy recipe brings the taste of Thailand to your table.
Recipe Summary
Preparation
30 min
Servings
4
Difficulty
Easy
Category
Soups
Ingredients
- 4 cups of chicken or vegetable broth
- 200g shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 200g mushrooms, sliced
- 2 stalks lemongrass, cut into 2-inch pieces
- 3-4 slices of galangal or ginger
- 3-4 kaffir lime leaves, torn
- 2-3 Thai bird's eye chilies, smashed
- 200g cherry tomatoes
- 2-3 shallots, thinly sliced
- 2 tablespoons fish sauce
- 2 tablespoons lime juice
- 1 teaspoon sugar
- Fresh cilantro leaves for garnish
Join me and let's see how to make Tom Yum Soup (Thai Spicy and Sour Soup)
Instructions:
- In a pot, bring the chicken or vegetable broth to a boil.
- Add lemongrass, galangal or ginger, kaffir lime leaves, and Thai chilies. Simmer for 5-10 minutes.
- Add shrimp and mushrooms. Cook until shrimp turns pink.
- Stir in cherry tomatoes and shallots.
- Season with fish sauce, lime juice, and sugar.
- Taste and adjust the flavors as needed. It should be spicy, sour, and slightly sweet.
- Remove from heat, remove lemongrass and lime leaves.
- Serve hot, garnished with fresh cilantro leaves.
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Tips for this recipe
Here are some useful tips to perfectly prepare Tom Yum Soup (Thai Spicy and Sour Soup) and get the best results.
- Always use fresh ingredients for the best flavor
- Prepare all ingredients before starting to cook
- Monitor temperature during cooking to prevent burning
Variations of this recipe
Try these delicious variations of Tom Yum Soup (Thai Spicy and Sour Soup) to give a different touch to your preparation.
- Vegetarian version: substitute meat with plant proteins like tofu or legumes
- Spicy version: add chili peppers or spicy spices to taste
- Healthy version: reduce oil and increase vegetables
Frequently Asked Questions
This recipe has a Easy difficulty level, which means it's accessible for cooks of all levels.
The preparation time is 30 minutes and the cooking time is minutes.
This recipe is designed for 4 servings.
Yes, many ingredients can be substituted with similar alternatives. We recommend checking the recipe variations.
Store the preparation in the refrigerator for up to 3 days in an airtight container. Some preparations can be frozen for up to 3 months.
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