Tom Yum Soup Recipe
Spicy and sour soup with shrimp.
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Ingredients
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Broth Ingredients
Soup Ingredients
Method
Preparing the Broth
- 1
Make the Broth
In a pot, bring 4 cups of water to a boil. Add the lemongrass, galangal, kaffir lime leaves, and bird's eye chilies. Reduce heat and let simmer for about 10 minutes to infuse the flavors.
- 2
Season the Broth
After 10 minutes, add the fish sauce and lime juice to the broth. Stir well and let it simmer for an additional 5 minutes.
Cooking the Soup
- 3
Add Shrimp and Vegetables
Add the shrimp, mushrooms, and tomatoes to the broth. Cook for about 3-5 minutes, or until the shrimp turn pink and the vegetables are tender.
- 4
Finish and Serve
Remove the soup from heat, and stir in the chopped cilantro and green onions. Serve hot in bowls and enjoy your Tom Yum Soup.