Thai-Inspired Tom Yum Soup

[lilbobby]

Sawasdee, food enthusiasts! Treat your taste buds to the bold and aromatic flavors of Thailand with this Thai-Inspired Tom Yum Soup. This fusion dish combines tender shrimp, fragrant lemongrass, tangy lime, and spicy chili in a flavorful broth infused with Thai herbs and spices. Serve this comforting and zesty soup as an appetizer or main course for a taste of Thai cuisine. Let's dive in and elevate your dinner table with this delicious fusion creation!

Ingredients:

• 4 cups chicken or vegetable broth
• 1 stalk lemongrass, bruised and chopped into 2-inch pieces
• 3 kaffir lime leaves, torn
• 2 shallots, thinly sliced
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 1-inch piece galangal or ginger, thinly sliced
• 2 red chili peppers, sliced (adjust to taste)
• 1 tablespoon fish sauce
• 1 tablespoon soy sauce
• 1 tablespoon lime juice
• 1 teaspoon sugar
• 8 ounces shrimp, peeled and deveined
• 1 tomato, cut into wedges
• Handful of straw mushrooms, halved (or use button mushrooms)
• Handful of fresh cilantro leaves, for garnish
• Thinly sliced green onions, for garnish

Instructions:

1. In a large pot, bring the chicken or vegetable broth to a gentle simmer over medium heat.
2. Add lemongrass, kaffir lime leaves, shallots, garlic, galangal or ginger, and sliced red chili peppers to the simmering broth. Let it simmer for about 5-7 minutes to infuse the flavors.
3. Stir in fish sauce, soy sauce, lime juice, and sugar. Taste the broth and adjust the seasoning if needed, adding more fish sauce for saltiness, lime juice for acidity, or sugar to balance the flavors.
4. Add peeled and deveined shrimp to the pot and cook for 2-3 minutes until they turn pink and opaque.
5. Add tomato wedges and straw mushrooms to the pot and cook for another 2-3 minutes until the tomatoes are slightly softened.
6. Once the shrimp is cooked and the vegetables are tender, remove the pot from heat.
7. Ladle the Thai-Inspired Tom Yum Soup into serving bowls, making sure to distribute the shrimp and vegetables evenly.
8. Garnish each bowl with fresh cilantro leaves and thinly sliced green onions.
9. Serve the hot and aromatic soup immediately.
10. Enjoy the bold and zesty flavors of this Thai-inspired Tom Yum Soup, a fusion of spicy, sour, and aromatic elements that will transport you to the bustling streets of Bangkok with every spoonful! แซ่บมาก! (Very delicious!)

With its fragrant broth, tender shrimp, and vibrant herbs, this soup is sure to be a hit at your dinner table. Whether you serve it as an appetizer for a Thai-themed dinner party or as a comforting meal on a chilly evening, this fusion creation is guaranteed to impress your family and friends.

 

[becky_bake]

Yum! Love the shrimp, lemongrass, lime combo ..Perfect for a cozy night in with a kick

 

[mamberx]

This Thai-Inspired Tom Yum Soup recipe looks absolutely mouthwatering! I can almost smell the fragrant lemongrass and kaffir lime leaves just reading through the ingredients. Can't wait to give it a try and add a taste of Thailand to my dinner table. Thanks for sharing this delicious fusion creation!

 

[Kuromi_X.O]

Sawasdee! I can't wait to try this out for my next dinner party. Quick question – do you have any tips for substituting the shrimp with another protein, like chicken or tofu? Thanks for sharing this fantastic recipe!