Tom Yum Goong (Spicy Thai Shrimp Soup from Thai Restaurant, Bois

May 20, 2023May 20, 20230 1
Tom Yum Goong - Spicy Thai Shrimp Soup by Bois
in Soup

Prep

10 min

Cook

15 min

Ready In

25 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

4 -5 cups water
3 -4 tablespoons hot and sour paste ( Thai Tom Yum )
1/4 cup fresh ginger ( grated or thinly sliced like matchsticks )
1/4 - 1/2 cup sliced mushrooms
2 -3 Thai chiles
1 -2 tablespoon fresh lime juice
1/8 - 1/2 teaspoon sugar
1 lb shrimp
1/4 - 1/2 cup fresh cilantro

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
4-6
Calories
180
Sugar
2g
Fat
5g
Tom Yum Goong is a popular Thai soup that is known for its spicy and sour flavor. The soup is made with a hot and sour paste, sliced ginger, mushrooms, Thai chiles, and fresh cilantro. The soup is traditionally made with shrimp, but can also be made with chicken or tofu. The soup is often enjoyed as a starter or main course in Thai cuisine and is perfect for anyone who loves spicy food!

Instructions

1.In a large pot, bring the water to a boil.
2.Add the hot and sour paste and ginger to the pot and stir.
3.Add the sliced mushrooms and Thai chiles to the pot.
4.Let the soup simmer for 2-3 minutes, until the mushrooms have softened.
5.Add the shrimp to the pot and let cook for 2-3 minutes, until pink and cooked through.
6.Stir in the fresh lime juice, sugar, and fresh cilantro.
7.Serve hot and enjoy!

PROS

Tom Yum Goong is a spicy and flavorful soup that is perfect for cold days.

The shrimp provides a healthy source of protein.

CONS

The soup is quite spicy, so it may not be suitable for those who do not enjoy spicy food.

Shrimp can be expensive.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Tom Yum Goong contains ginger and lime, which have both been linked to aiding in digestion and reducing inflammation in the body. The soup is also a healthy source of protein from the shrimp.

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