Jul 17 2026
Hot & Sour Shrimp Soup (vietnamese) Recipe
Inspired by Pho Hien Vuong
Time30m
Serves4
Canh Chua Tom Viet
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Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
Method
Cooking Instructions
- 1
Prepare the Broth
In a large pot, combine the water, chopped tomatoes, and pineapple. Bring to a boil over medium heat.
- 2
Add Tamarind and Seasoning
Stir in the tamarind paste, fish sauce, and sugar. Allow the broth to simmer for about 5 minutes.
- 3
Cook the Shrimp
Add the shrimp to the pot and cook until they turn pink and are cooked through, about 3-5 minutes.
- 4
Finish the Soup
Stir in the chopped green onions, cilantro, and sliced bird's eye chili. Adjust seasoning with salt as needed.
- 5
