Tom Yum Soup

Description

Tom Yum Soup, a Thai culinary masterpiece, delivers a tantalising symphony of bold flavours. This iconic hot and sour broth, infused with lemongrass, kaffir lime leaves, and Thai chilli, harmonises with succulent shrimp, mushrooms, and a medley of aromatic herbs. A Thai classic, Tom Yum Soup is an exhilarating culinary journey that captivates the senses.

Ingredients

4 cups chicken broth

2 stalks lemongrass (chopped)

4 kaffir lime leaves

3-4 Thai bird chilies (chopped, adjust to taste)

1 tablespoon sliced ginger

1 medium-sized tomato (quartered)

200g shrimp (peeled and deveined)

200g mushrooms (sliced)

2 tablespoons fish sauce

1 tablespoon soy sauce

1 tablespoon lime juice

1 teaspoon sugar

1 tablespoon fresh coriander (garnish)

Thai bird chilies (garnish, optional for extra heat)

3-4 sliced green onions

Instructions

In a pot, bring chicken or vegetable broth to a simmer. Add lemongrass, kaffir lime leaves, Thai chilies, galangal or ginger, and tomato. Simmer for 10-15 minutes to infuse flavours.
Add shrimp and mushrooms to the simmering broth. Cook until shrimp turns pink and mushrooms are tender.
Stir in fish sauce, soy sauce (if using), lime juice, and sugar. Adjust seasoning to taste.
Optionally, strain the soup to remove any of the unwanted solid ingredients, or leave them in for a heartier texture.
Ladle the hot soup into bowls. Garnish with fresh cilantro, sliced green onions, and extra Thai chilies if desired.
Serve the Tom Yum Soup hot and enjoy the burst of bold flavours!
This Thai classic will surely bring the authentic taste of Tom Yum Soup to your table.