Tom Yum Spicy Thai Soup
Dive into the bold and vibrant flavors of Thailand with this classic Tom Yum Spicy Thai Soup! Bursting with aromatic ingredients like lemongrass, galangal, lime leaves, and fiery Thai chilies, this soup delivers the perfect balance of spicy, sour, and savory notes. Tender prawns (or your choice of protein), earthy mushrooms, and juicy cherry tomatoes simmer in a flavorful broth, with the option to add a creamy twist using coconut milk. Ready in just 35 minutes, this soup is perfect as a refreshing starter or a light main course. Customize the spice level and savor every spoonful of this iconic, comforting dish.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 cups chicken or vegetable stock
- 2 stalks lemongrass stalks
- 1 2-inch piece galangal (or ginger)
- 3 leaves lime leaves (kaffir lime leaves, if available)
- 3 chilies Thai chilies
- 1 cup mushrooms (button or straw)
- 8 pieces prawns (or chicken, tofu for vegetarian version)
- 3 tablespoons fish sauce
- 3 tablespoons lime juice
- 2 tablespoons Tom Yum paste (optional, for added flavor)
- 1 teaspoon sugar
- 2 tablespoons cilantro (chopped)
- 5 units cherry tomatoes
- 0.5 cup coconut milk (optional, for creamy version)
Instructions
Begin by preparing your ingredients: Slice the lemongrass into 2-inch pieces and bruise them slightly to release their aroma. Thinly slice the galangal (or ginger) and tear the lime leaves into smaller pieces to release their oils. Cut the mushrooms into bite-sized pieces and slice the Thai chilies.
In a medium-sized pot, bring the chicken or vegetable stock to a gentle boil over medium heat.
Add the lemongrass, galangal, lime leaves, and Thai chilies to the pot. Let them simmer for 5-7 minutes to infuse the broth with aromatics.
If using, stir in the Tom Yum paste at this stage.
Add the mushrooms and cherry tomatoes to the pot. Allow them to cook for 3-4 minutes until the mushrooms are tender.
Add the prawns (or your protein of choice) to the soup. Cook for 4-5 minutes, or until the prawns turn pink and are fully cooked.
Stir in the fish sauce, lime juice, and sugar. Taste the soup and adjust the seasoning to your preference with more fish sauce or lime juice, if needed.
For a creamy version of the soup, add the coconut milk at this stage and stir well.
Once the soup is ready, remove it from heat and garnish with freshly chopped cilantro.
Serve hot and enjoy this flavorful Tom Yum soup as a starter or main dish!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
762 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 33.9 g | 43% | |
| Saturated Fat | 26.4 g | 132% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 227 mg | 76% | |
| Sodium | 8389 mg | 365% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 78.6 g | 29% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 7.7 g | 28% | |
| Total Sugars | 22.8 g | ||
| Protein | 52.2 g | 104% | |
| Vitamin D | 5.0 mcg | 25% | |
| Calcium | 261 mg | 20% | |
| Iron | 18.2 mg | 101% | |
| Potassium | 3154 mg | 67% | |
*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.
