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Tom yum shrimp soup (Thai trend)

Tom Yum Shrimp Soup: 5 Bold Flavors to Brighten Your Day

Tom yum shrimp soup is a popular Thai dish known for its bold flavors.

  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x

Ingredients

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  • 1 lb shrimp, peeled and deveined
  • 4 cups chicken or vegetable broth
  • 2 stalks lemongrass, chopped
  • 5–6 kaffir lime leaves
  • 3–4 Thai bird’s eye chilies, smashed
  • 2–3 slices galangal
  • 200 grams mushrooms, sliced
  • 2 tablespoons fish sauce
  • 1 tablespoon lime juice
  • Cilantro for garnish

Instructions

  1. In a pot, bring broth to a boil.
  2. Add lemongrass, kaffir lime leaves, chilies, and galangal.
  3. Simmer for 10 minutes to infuse flavors.
  4. Add mushrooms and cook for 5 minutes.
  5. Add shrimp and cook until pink and opaque.
  6. Stir in fish sauce and lime juice.
  7. Serve hot, garnished with cilantro.

Notes

  • Adjust spice level by adding more or fewer chilies.
  • Use fresh ingredients for best flavor.
  • Serve with steamed rice if desired.
  • Author: Janet D. Evans
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Category: Soup
  • Method: Boiling
  • Cuisine: Thai
  • Diet: Gluten Free

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cup
  • Calories: 150
  • Sugar: 2g
  • Sodium: 800mg
  • Fat: 5g
  • Saturated Fat: 1g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 4g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 10g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 20g
  • Cholesterol: 150mg

Keywords: Tom yum, shrimp soup, Thai soup, spicy soup