Tom Yum Goong Recipe
Shrimp lemongrass soup with mushroom, tomato, scallion and cilantro
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Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
Broth Ingredients
Method
Preparing the Broth
- 1
Simmer the Broth
In a large pot, combine the chicken or vegetable broth with the chopped lemongrass stalks, fish sauce, lime juice, chili paste, and sugar. Bring to a simmer over medium heat.
- 2
Add Fresh Ingredients
Once the broth is simmering, add the fresh Thai chili peppers, sliced mushrooms, and chopped tomatoes. Let it simmer for about 5-7 minutes until the vegetables soften.
Cooking the Shrimp and Finishing Touches
- 3
Cook the Shrimp
Add the shrimp to the pot and cook for about 3-5 minutes or until they turn pink and opaque. Make sure not to overcook the shrimp.
- 4
Add Scallions and Cilantro
Stir in the chopped scallions and cilantro just before serving to maintain their freshness.
- 5
Taste and Adjust
Taste the soup and adjust seasoning with more fish sauce or lime juice as desired.
