Jul 17 2026
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Po Tak Recipe

Inspired by Thaiangle Restaurant
Time30m
Serves4

Hot & sour soup, with scallops, shrimp, mussel, squid, fish, mushrooms, tomatoes, basil, galangal, lemon grass, chili paste, & lime juice

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Ingredients

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Soup Ingredients

Method

Cooking Instructions

  1. 1

    Prepare the Ingredients

    Clean and devein the shrimp and scallops. Scrub the mussels and remove beards. Cut the squid into rings. Chop the mushrooms and tomatoes. Slice the galangal and lemongrass.

  2. 2

    Make the Broth

    In a large pot, bring the water or seafood stock to a boil. Add the sliced galangal, lemongrass stalks, and chili paste. Let it simmer for about 10 minutes to infuse the flavors.

  3. 3

    Add the Seafood

    Add the scallops, shrimp, mussels, squid, and fish to the pot. Cook for another 5-7 minutes until the seafood is cooked through.

  4. 4

    Finish the Soup

    Add the chopped mushrooms, tomatoes, and fresh basil leaves. Stir in the lime juice and season with salt to taste. Let it simmer for an additional 3-5 minutes.

  5. 5

    Serve

    Ladle the hot soup into bowls and garnish with additional basil leaves if desired. Serve immediately.

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