Tom Yum Goong Recipe

Tom Yum Goong is a classic Thai soup that is bursting with bold and vibrant flavors. The combination of spicy, sour, and savory elements makes it a favorite among many. This recipe will guide you through the process of making this delicious and aromatic soup.

Tom Yum Goong Recipe

Ingredients:

1. - 1 1/2 pounds of large shrimp, peeled and deveined

2. - 4 cups of chicken or vegetable broth

3. - 2 stalks of lemongrass, cut into 2-inch pieces and smashed

4. - 6 kaffir lime leaves

5. - 2 inches of galangal, sliced

6. - 4-6 Thai bird's eye chilies, smashed

7. - 1 medium tomato, cut into wedges

8. - 1 small onion, sliced

9. - 1/2 cup of straw mushrooms

10. - 2 tablespoons of fish sauce

11. - 2 tablespoons of lime juice

12. - 1 tablespoon of sugar

13. - Fresh cilantro leaves, for garnish

14. - Thai chili paste (nam prik pao), for serving

Instructions:

1. In a large pot, bring the chicken or vegetable broth to a boil over medium-high heat.

2. Add the lemongrass, kaffir lime leaves, galangal, and Thai bird's eye chilies to the pot. Let the broth simmer for about 5 minutes to allow the flavors to infuse.

3. Add the tomato, onion, and mushrooms to the pot. Let the soup simmer for another 5 minutes until the vegetables are tender.

4. Stir in the fish sauce, lime juice, and sugar. Taste the soup and adjust the seasoning as needed.

5. Add the shrimp to the pot and cook for 2-3 minutes until they are pink and cooked through.

6. Remove the pot from the heat and discard the lemongrass, kaffir lime leaves, and galangal slices.

7. Ladle the soup into bowls and garnish with fresh cilantro leaves.

8. Serve the Tom Yum Goong hot, with a side of Thai chili paste for those who prefer an extra kick of heat.

Enjoy this flavorful and aromatic Tom Yum Goong as a starter or as a main course. It's sure to impress your guests with its bold and complex flavors.

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