Tom Yum Gong Soup Recipe

Name: Tom Yum Gong Soup
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 litre stock chicken, 4 standard cups; 2 stalks lemongrass; 70 grams galangal root 1 medium size, or 2, 5 ounces each; 7 each kaffir lime leaves; 4 tablespoons fish sauce 60 ml; 2 tablespoons thai chile sauce 30 ml; 2 each limes; 100 grams mushrooms; 1 each hot chili peppers or more to taste; 1 pound shrimp; 1 x cilantro freshly chopped

Servings: persons

1 litre stock chicken, 4 standard cups
2 stalks lemongrass
70 grams galangal root 1 medium size, or 2, 5 ounces each
7 each kaffir lime leaves
4 tablespoons fish sauce 60 ml
2 tablespoons thai chile sauce 30 ml
2 each limes
100 grams mushrooms
1 each hot chili peppers or more to taste
1 pound shrimp
1 x cilantro freshly chopped

1
The base of classic Tom Yum Goong is chicken stock, but many cooks in Thailand use beef stock or even their mixture as well.
2
Bring the stock to boil.
3
Prepare galangal, lemongrass and kaffir lime leaves.
4
Slice galangal and lemongrass and add them to stock with kaffir lime leaves.
5
Then bring your stock back to boil.
6
Add mushrooms, fish sauce and chilli paste.
7
Remove shells from prawns except tails and put them to stock.
8
Press juice out of limes and add sliced chili peppers.
9
As soon as prawns turn red add coriander and your first true Tom Yum is ready.
10
Bon Appetit!

626

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

109

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

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 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 litre stock chicken, 4 standard cups, 2 stalks lemongrass, 70 grams galangal root 1 medium size, or 2, 5 ounces each, 7 each kaffir lime leaves, and more.

Yes, Tom Yum Gong 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!

Tom Yum Gong Soup

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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