Tom Yum Goong is a classic Thai soup renowned for its bold flavors and aromatic spices. This hot and sour soup features a tantalizing blend of lemongrass, galangal, and kaffir lime leaves, combined with succulent shrimp.
"The key to a delicious Tom Yum Goong lies in the balance of flavors – sweet, sour, salty, and spicy." - Tom Yum Goong
Ingredients
Lemongrass: 2 stocks
Thai basil: 1 cup
Kaffir Lime Leaves: 3 leaves
Shrimp: 500g
Preperation
Simmer the broth for 10 minutes.
Add lemongrass, galangal, and kaffir lime leaves.
Stier in shrimp and cook until pink.
Season with fish sauce, lime juice, and chili paste.
Garnish with Thai basil and serve hot.
Cooking Tips
1/4 cup of fish sauce adds authentic Thai flavor.
1 tablespoon of chili paste gives the soup its signature heat.
Recipe Details
Ingredients
Quantity
Lemongrass
2 stalks
Thai Basil
1 cup
Kaffir Lime Leaves
3 Leaves
Shrimp
500g
Preperation Time: 20 minutes
Serving Suggestions: Serve with steamed rice or jasmine tea