Thai Hot and Sour Soup
Dive into the bold and vibrant flavors of Thai Hot and Sour Soup, a soul-warming dish that perfectly balances tangy, savory, and spicy notes in every spoonful. This classic Thai recipe features a fragrant broth infused with zesty lemongrass, earthy galangal, and aromatic kaffir lime leaves, creating a rich base that’s layered with the heat of Thai bird's eye chilies. Juicy shrimp, tender mushrooms, and ripe tomatoes add depth and texture, while fish sauce, lime juice, and a hint of sugar deliver a harmonious blend of salty and sour flavors. Finished with fresh cilantro and scallions for a burst of freshness, this easy-to-make soup is a comforting, restaurant-quality dish made right in your kitchen. Perfect as an appetizer or a light main course, this authentic recipe is ready in just 35 minutes and is sure to become a favorite for fans of Thai cuisine.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 cups Chicken stock
- 2 Lemongrass stalks
- 2 inches Galangal (or ginger)
- 4 Kaffir lime leaves
- 4 Thai bird's eye chilies
- 1 cup Mushrooms (straw or white button)
- 12 Shrimp (peeled and deveined)
- 3 tablespoons Fish sauce
- 3 tablespoons Lime juice
- 2 Tomatoes (quartered)
- 2 tablespoons Cilantro leaves (chopped)
- 2 Scallions (sliced)
- 1 teaspoon Sugar
- 1 tablespoon Chili paste (optional)
Instructions
Begin by preparing the aromatics: lightly bruise the lemongrass and cut it into 2-inch pieces. Slice the galangal into thin rounds. Tear the kaffir lime leaves into smaller pieces to release their flavor.
In a medium pot, bring the chicken stock to a boil over medium heat.
Once boiling, add the lemongrass, galangal, kaffir lime leaves, and Thai bird's eye chilies into the pot. Reduce the heat and let them simmer for 5-7 minutes to infuse their flavors into the stock.
Add the mushrooms and tomatoes to the pot, cooking for another 3 minutes.
Increase the heat to medium-high and add the shrimp. Cook for 3-4 minutes or until the shrimp turn pink and are fully cooked.
Stir in the fish sauce, lime juice, and sugar. Taste the soup and adjust the seasoning if necessary, balancing the salty, sour, and spicy flavors.
If desired, add chili paste for an extra kick of heat and depth of flavor.
Remove the soup from heat and garnish with chopped cilantro and sliced scallions before serving.
Serve the soup hot and enjoy its bold, aromatic flavors!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1726 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 27.8 g | 36% | |
| Saturated Fat | 3.0 g | 15% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 2077 mg | 692% | |
| Sodium | 6461 mg | 281% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 89.6 g | 33% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 12.0 g | 43% | |
| Total Sugars | 31.3 g | ||
| Protein | 313.4 g | 627% | |
| Vitamin D | 45.9 mcg | 229% | |
| Calcium | 698 mg | 54% | |
| Iron | 24.5 mg | 136% | |
| Potassium | 5560 mg | 118% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
