Tom Yum Soup Recipe
Spicy and sour soup with shrimp, mushrooms, and herbs.
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Ingredients
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Broth
Main Ingredients
Method
Preparing the Broth
- 1
Make the Broth
In a large pot, combine 4 cups of water with lemongrass, kaffir lime leaves, galangal, and bird's eye chilies. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat.
- 2
Simmer the Broth
Once boiling, reduce the heat to medium-low and let it simmer for about 10 minutes to allow the flavors to infuse.
- 3
Season the Broth
Stir in the fish sauce, lime juice, and sugar. Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary.
Cooking the Soup
- 4
Add Main Ingredients
Add the shrimp, mushrooms, and cherry tomatoes to the broth. Cook for an additional 3-5 minutes or until the shrimp turn pink and the mushrooms are tender.
- 5
Garnish and Serve
Remove the pot from heat. Ladle the soup into bowls, garnish with fresh cilantro leaves, and serve hot.
