Thai Hot and Sour Soup Recipe

Name: Thai Hot and Sour Soup
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 5 cups chicken broth, with scallop flavor; 2 stalks lemongrass, finely obliquely sliced; 1 inch piece gingerroot; 1 tablespoon palm sugar; 2 limes; 2 small tomatoes, chopped; 3 dried tamarind; 8 green chilies, seeded and chopped; 20 raw peeled jumbo shrimp; 1 tablespoon fish sauce; 1 tablespoon light soy sauce; cilantro (to garnish)

Servings: persons

5 cups chicken broth, with scallop flavor
2 stalks lemongrass, finely obliquely sliced
1 inch piece gingerroot
1 tablespoon palm sugar
2 limes
2 small tomatoes, chopped
3 dried tamarind
8 green chilies, seeded and chopped
20 raw peeled jumbo shrimp
1 tablespoon fish sauce
1 tablespoon light soy sauce
cilantro (to garnish)

1
Place the tamarind in 1/3 cup water - break it up a bit so that the water becomes saturated with tamarind.
2
Place the stock, lemon grass, ginger, sugar, soy sauce and fish sauce into a large sauce pan.
3
Squeeze the lime in and bring to a simmer.
4
Simmer for at least 15 minutes (up to 2 hours).
5
Mix the tamarind into the water, then throw out the pits and large, undissolved pieces.
6
Add the tamarind water to the mixture.
7
Simmer for a few more minutes.
8
Add the shrimp and tomatoes and allow soup to cook for an additional 2 minutes.
9
Serve immdiately and garnish with cilantro.

1061

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

215

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 5 cups chicken broth, with scallop flavor, 2 stalks lemongrass, finely obliquely sliced, 1 inch piece gingerroot, 1 tablespoon palm sugar, and more.

Yes, Thai Hot and Sour Soup falls under the Soups & Stews category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Thai Hot and Sour Soup

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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