Description
This Quick and Easy Tom Yum Soup recipe brings the authentic flavors of Thailand to your table in a simple, fast-to-make dish. Featuring a fragrant blend of lemongrass, galangal, kaffir lime leaves, and spicy Tom Yum chili paste, the soup is enriched with juicy shrimp, mushrooms, cherry tomatoes, and a bright balance of fish sauce, lime, and fresh cilantro. Perfect as a warming appetizer or a light meal, this soup combines a harmonious mix of spicy, sour, and savory notes that are both comforting and invigorating.
Ingredients
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Broth and Aromatics
- 4 cups Chicken Stock
- 2 stalks Lemongrass
- 3 slices Galangal
- 2 Kaffir Lime Leaves
- 2 tablespoons Tom Yum Chili Paste
Vegetables and Protein
- 1 cup Oyster Mushrooms
- 1 cup Cherry Tomatoes
- 1 Thai Chili Pepper (optional)
- 8 Large Shrimp
Seasoning and Garnish
- 1 tablespoon Granulated Sugar
- 1 tablespoon Fish Sauce
- Lime Juice (about 1 tablespoon or to taste)
- Fresh Cilantro Leaves (for garnish)
- Lime Wedges (for serving)
Instructions
- Prepare the Broth: Pour the chicken stock into a medium-sized pot or saucepan. Add the lemongrass stalks and galangal slices to the stock, then bring it to a boil over medium-high heat to infuse the flavors.
- Add Chili Paste: Once the stock is boiling rapidly, stir in 1 tablespoon of Tom Yum chili paste. Taste the broth and add the remaining tablespoon if you desire a stronger chili flavor.
- Add Vegetables and Aromatics: Incorporate the kaffir lime leaves, oyster mushrooms, cherry tomatoes, and Thai chili pepper (if using) into the pot. Allow the soup to return to a rolling boil, letting the flavors meld.
- Cook Shrimp and Season: Add the large shrimp to the boiling soup. Stir in the granulated sugar, fish sauce, and lime juice. Cook for 1 to 2 minutes until the shrimp turn pink and are cooked through.
- Serve and Garnish: Remove the soup from heat and ladle it into serving bowls. Garnish with fresh cilantro leaves and serve immediately with lime wedges on the side for extra tanginess.
Notes
- You can adjust the amount of Thai chili pepper and Tom Yum chili paste based on your preferred spice level.
- For a vegetarian version, substitute chicken stock with vegetable broth and replace shrimp with tofu or additional mushrooms.
- Adding lime juice at the end ensures the bright, fresh tang of Tom Yum soup is preserved.
- Use fresh herbs and aromatics for the most authentic flavor.
- Keep the soup boiling when adding shrimp to prevent them from becoming rubbery.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Thai
Keywords: Tom Yum Soup, Thai Soup, Spicy Soup, Shrimp Soup, Quick Asian Soup, Lemongrass Soup, Seafood Soup
