Tom Yam Goong (Thai Hot and Sour Soup) Recipe

Name: Tom Yam Goong (Thai Hot and Sour Soup)
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 quart water; 2 stalks lemongrass cut into 1 1/2 inch lengths; 4 each kaffir lime leaves each torn off center spine; 1 large shallots peeled, sliced; 6 small thai bird's eye chili peppers; 1/2 pound shrimp peeled, deveined, tails left on; 1/2 cup mushrooms, enoki (straw); 3 tablespoons lime juice; 3 tablespoons fish sauce; 1/2 teaspoon salt; 1 small tomatoes firm, cut into wedges; 1 cup cilantro; 1 tablespoon pak chee farang chopped

Servings: persons

1 quart water
2 stalks lemongrass cut into 1 1/2 inch lengths
4 each kaffir lime leaves each torn off center spine
1 large shallots peeled, sliced
6 small thai bird's eye chili peppers
1/2 pound shrimp peeled, deveined, tails left on
1/2 cup mushrooms, enoki (straw)
3 tablespoons lime juice
3 tablespoons fish sauce
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 small tomatoes firm, cut into wedges
1 cup cilantro
1 tablespoon pak chee farang chopped

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Some Asian markets now carry bags of pak chee farang leaves.
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If you can't get them, omit, or add a little more cilantro.
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In some markets they are labled with their Vietnamese name, ngo gal.
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Place water in 3-quart saucepan.
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Add lemon grass, line leaves and shallot and bring to boil.
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Add chiles and shrimp.
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Cook 2 minutes.
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Add straw mushrooms, lime juice, fish sauce and salt.
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Add tomato and cook just until heated, not soft.
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Turn unstrained soup into serving bowl.
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(Do not eat lemon grass and lime leaves.)
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Top with pak chee farang and cilantro leaves.

155

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* 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

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

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 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 quart water, 2 stalks lemongrass cut into 1 1/2 inch lengths, 4 each kaffir lime leaves each torn off center spine, 1 large shallots peeled, sliced, and more.

Yes, Tom Yam Goong (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.

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Tom Yam Goong (Thai Hot and Sour Soup)

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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