Tom Yum Goong (Spicy Thai Shrimp Soup) Recipe

Name: Tom Yum Goong (Spicy Thai Shrimp Soup)
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 1/2 lbs medium shrimp; 9 1/2 cups water, divided; 1/2 cup chopped peeled fresh galangal or 1/2 cup fresh ginger; 1/2 cup peeled fresh lemongrass (2-inch pieces, about 4 stalks); 6 fresh kaffir lime leaves or 6 lime zest; 1/2 cup canned straw mushroom, quartered; 2 tablespoons roasted red chili paste; 1 tablespoon fish sauce; 2 Thai chiles; 1/2 cup chopped green onion; 1/2 cup chopped fresh cilantro; 1 tablespoon fresh lime juice; 6 tablespoons chopped dry-roasted unsalted peanuts; 4 lime wedges

Servings: persons

1 1/2 lbs medium shrimp
9 1/2 cups water, divided
1/2 cup chopped peeled fresh galangal or 1/2 cup fresh ginger
1/2 cup peeled fresh lemongrass (2-inch pieces, about 4 stalks)
6 fresh kaffir lime leaves or 6 lime zest
1/2 cup canned straw mushroom, quartered
2 tablespoons roasted red chili paste
1 tablespoon fish sauce
2 Thai chiles
1/2 cup chopped green onion
1/2 cup chopped fresh cilantro
1 tablespoon fresh lime juice
6 tablespoons chopped dry-roasted unsalted peanuts
4 lime wedges

1
Peel and devein shrimp, reserving shells. Combine shrimp shells and 6 cups water in a Dutch oven; bring to a simmer. Cook 1 hour.
2
Strain broth through a sieve into a bowl; discard solids. Combine broth and remaining 3 1/2 cups water in a large saucepan; bring to a boil.
3
Add galangal, lemongrass, and kaffir lime leaves to pan; simmer 10 minutes. Strain broth mixture through a sieve into a bowl; discard solids.
4
Return broth mixture to pan. Add mushrooms, chili paste, fish sauce, and chiles; bring to a boil. Stir in shrimp, green onions, and cilantro; cook 3 minutes or until shrimp are done. Discard chiles.
5
Stir in fresh lime juice. Ladle 2 cups soup into each of 4 bowls; sprinkle evenly with peanuts. Serve with lime wedges.

430

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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 14 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 1/2 lbs medium shrimp, 9 1/2 cups water, divided, 1/2 cup chopped peeled fresh galangal or 1/2 cup fresh ginger, 1/2 cup peeled fresh lemongrass (2-inch pieces, about 4 stalks), and more.

Yes, Tom Yum Goong (Spicy Thai Shrimp Soup) falls under the Seafood 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 Goong (Spicy Thai Shrimp Soup)

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