Tom Yum Goong Soup Recipe
Shrimp with mushroom in a hot and sour soup.
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Ingredients
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Soups
Method
Soups
- 1
Prepare aromatics
Peel and thinly slice shallots and garlic. Bruise and smash lemongrass stalks. Slice galangal. Tear kaffir lime leaves into rough pieces. Lightly crush Thai chilies to release aroma.
- 2
Make the broth base
In a pot, combine 4 cups of Tom Yum broth or water. Bring to a gentle simmer. Add lemongrass, galangal, kaffir lime leaves, and Thai chilies. Mix in Tom Yum paste if using. Simmer 5-7 minutes to infuse flavors.
- 3
- 4
Cook shrimp and season
Add large shrimp to the broth and cook 2-3 minutes until pink and just opaque. Stir in fish sauce, lime juice, and sugar. Adjust balance of salty, sour, and sweet.
- 5
Finish and serve
Taste and adjust the broth if needed. Remove lemongrass if desired. Stir in fresh cilantro. Ladle into bowls and serve with lime wedges on the side.
