Tom Yum Soup Recipe
A spicy and sour soup with fresh herbs, perfect as a starter or light meal.
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Ingredients
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Ingredients
Method
Directions
- 1
Prepare the Broth
In a large pot, bring the chicken broth to a boil over medium heat.
- 2
Add Aromatics
Add the lemongrass stalks, galangal slices, kaffir lime leaves, and bird's eye chilies to the pot. Simmer for 5-10 minutes to infuse the flavors.
- 3
Add Vegetables
Stir in the sliced mushrooms and chopped tomato. Continue to simmer for another 5 minutes.
- 4
Add Shrimp and Season
Add the shrimp to the pot and cook until they turn pink, about 3-4 minutes. Stir in the fish sauce and lime juice.
- 5
Finish and Serve
Remove from heat, stir in the fresh cilantro, and serve hot. Adjust seasoning with additional fish sauce or lime juice as needed.
