The fragrant, spicy kick of Tom Yum soup always puts me in a wonderfully mellow mood. It’s a taste of tropical comfort.
Spicy Tom Yum Goong
Ingredients
- Shrimp
- Mushrooms
- Lemongrass
- Galangal
- Kaffir lime leaves
- Fish sauce
- Lime juice
- Chili paste (Nam Prik Pao)
- Fresh cilantro
Steps
- Bring water or chicken broth to a boil. Add bruised lemongrass stalks, sliced galangal, and kaffir lime leaves.
- Add mushrooms and shrimp, cooking until shrimp are pink and cooked through.
- Stir in fish sauce, lime juice, and chili paste to taste. Adjust seasoning as needed.
- Serve hot, garnished with fresh cilantro leaves.