Best 4 Thai Lemongrass And Chile Soup Tom Yum Recipes

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Thai lemongrass and chile soup tom yum is a classic Thai soup that is bursting with flavor. The broth is made with a combination of lemongrass, galangal, kaffir lime leaves, and red chilies, and is traditionally served with shrimp, mushrooms, and tomatoes. This unique and delicious soup is a popular choice for both locals and tourists alike, and can be found in many Thai restaurants around the world. If you're looking for a flavorful and authentic Thai soup to try, then tom yum is a great option.

Here are our top 4 tried and tested recipes!

THAI LEMONGRASS AND CHILE SOUP (TOM YUM)



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Make and share this Thai Lemongrass and Chile Soup (Tom Yum) recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Aariq Skought

Categories     Clear Soup

Time 16m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 14

4 cups vegetable broth
2 stalks lemongrass, peeled and cut into 4 inch pieces
3 fresh kaffir lime leaves (optional)
1 teaspoon vegetable oil
2 teaspoons minced garlic
1 teaspoon peeled minced fresh ginger
2 teaspoons roasted chili paste
1 1/2 cups chopped oyster mushrooms or 1 1/2 cups white mushrooms
2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
2 tablespoons fish sauce or 2 tablespoons soy sauce
3/4 cup finely chopped tomatoes
1 tablespoon minced fresh cilantro
2 -3 small hot green chili peppers, seeded and halved (optional)
rice noodles

Steps:

  • In medium saucepan, heat vegetable broth to a simmer with lemongrass and lime leaves if desired.
  • In small skillet, heat oil over medium-high heat.
  • Add garlic and ginger, and cook, stirring often, about 30 seconds.
  • When broth has simmered for 5 minutes, remove lemongrass and lime leaves and discard.
  • Add cooked garlic and ginger to broth.
  • Return broth to a boil, and stir in chile paste and mushrooms.
  • Cook until mushrooms have wilted, about 30 seconds, then stir in lime juice and fish sauce.
  • Remove from heat, and ladle soup into small bowls along with your favorite rice noodles.
  • Top each bowl with chopped tomatoes, cilantro and a pinch of hot green chiles if you want it really really spicy.
  • Alternatively, tomatoes and chiles can be mixed together and placed in small serving bowl for people to help themselves (this way people can make it as spicy as they want).
  • For Vegetarian/Vegan omit the fish sauce and use the soy.

TOM YUM SOUP RECIPE BY TASTY



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Here's what you need: lemongrass, thai red chili peppers, garlic, galangal, refined coconut oil, vegetable broth, large tomato, lime leaves, coconut milk, soy sauce, extra firm tofu, cremini mushroom, lime juice, agave, salt, fresh cilantro leaf

Provided by Rachel Gaewski

Categories     Lunch

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 16

2 stalks lemongrass
2 thai red chili peppers, sliced
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 tablespoon galangal, minced
1 tablespoon refined coconut oil
5 cups vegetable broth
1 large tomato, diced
5 lime leaves
1 cup coconut milk
2 tablespoons soy sauce
7 oz extra firm tofu, cubed
6 oz cremini mushroom, sliced
¼ cup lime juice
1 tablespoon agave
salt, to taste
fresh cilantro leaf, for garnish

Steps:

  • Trim off the top third and very bottom of the lemongrass stalks. Using the side of a knife, press down across the stalks to bruise the lemongrass and release the oils. Chop each stalk into 4 pieces and set aside.
  • Add the chili peppers, garlic, and galangal to a mortar and pestle and grind into a paste. Set aside.
  • Melt the coconut oil in a large pot over medium heat. Once the oil begins to shimmer, add the lemongrass and cook for 3-4 minutes, until fragrant. Add the chili pepper paste and cook for another 3-4 minutes, until fragrant.
  • Add the vegetable broth, tomato, lime leaves, coconut milk, and soy sauce and stir to combine. Bring to a boil. Cover, then reduce the heat to low and simmer for 20 minutes, until broth has reduced slightly.
  • Add the tofu and mushrooms and stir to combine. Cook for 5 minutes, until the mushrooms are tender.
  • Add the lime juice and agave and stir to combine. Season with salt to taste.
  • Garnish with cilantro and serve.
  • Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 1235 calories, Carbohydrate 76 grams, Fat 95 grams, Fiber 2 grams, Protein 8 grams, Sugar 24 grams

LEMONGRASS SOUP (VEGETARIAN TOM YUM)



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I made this today and it turned out well. Let it sit overnight in your refrigerator for the best flavor.

Provided by zaar junkie

Categories     Vegetable

Time 55m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 13

10 -12 cups water
1 tablespoon better than bullion vegetable stock base
4 stalks lemongrass, smashed
2 inches ginger, sliced
12 cremini mushrooms, sliced
8 ounces firm tofu, cubed
2 tablespoons minced garlic
2 tablespoons sun luck chili-garlic sauce
1 tablespoon vegetarian oyster sauce
1 -2 dash sriracha hot chili sauce
3 -4 tablespoons coconut milk
lime juice
fresh ground black pepper

Steps:

  • Clean and smash lemongrass stocks, then tie in a knot and boil with ginger in water (with veggie stock paste) for 30 minutes.
  • Remove lemongrass and ginger.
  • Add mushrooms, tofu, garlic, garlic chili sauce, oyster sauce, chili sauce, coconut milk, lime juice, and black pepper. Let simmer for 10-15 minutes.
  • Serve immediately or store in the refrigerator for better flavor.

TOM YUM SOUP



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This is the clear version of the traditional hot and sour Thai soup. You can sub in any protein you wish to fit your tastes. Serve with white rice to soak up extra broth.

Provided by Michael

Categories     Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes     Soup Recipes     Seafood     Shrimp Soup

Time 45m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 14

2 quarts chicken broth
4 stalks lemongrass
10 Thai chile peppers, seeded and minced
5 cloves garlic, crushed
10 kaffir lime leaves, torn
1 (1 inch) piece galangal, thinly sliced
1 ½ pounds raw shrimp, deveined
½ pound fresh oyster mushrooms, stemmed and sliced
2 medium white onions, cut into large slices
2 Roma tomatoes, cored and chopped
½ cup fish sauce, or more to taste
2 tablespoons white sugar
1 bunch fresh cilantro, chopped
½ cup fresh lime juice, or more to taste

Steps:

  • Bring broth to a boil in a large pot.
  • Remove the outermost leaf from each stalk of lemongrass. Pound stalks to release flavor; cut into 1-inch lengths. Add the lemongrass, Thai chiles, garlic, lime leaves, and galangal to the broth. Cover and boil for 10 minutes.
  • Reduce heat and add shrimp, mushrooms, onions, and tomatoes to the broth. Boil for 3 minutes. Add fish sauce and sugar; cook for 2 minutes more and remove from heat. Stir in cilantro and lime juice.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 291.1 calories, Carbohydrate 30.5 g, Cholesterol 268.9 mg, Fat 3 g, Fiber 3.7 g, Protein 35.3 g, SaturatedFat 0.5 g, Sodium 4430 mg, Sugar 14.4 g

Tips:

- For a more intense lemongrass flavor, use fresh lemongrass instead of dried. - To make the soup spicier, add more chili peppers or chili paste. - If you don't have galangal, you can substitute ginger. - If you don't have kaffir lime leaves, you can substitute lemon or lime leaves. - Serve the soup with rice or noodles. - For a vegan version of the soup, omit the shrimp and fish sauce. - If you have a history of kidney stones, talk to your doctor before consuming large amounts of lemongrass.

Conclusion:

Tom Yum soup is a delicious and healthy Thai dish that is perfect for a quick and easy meal. It is packed with flavor and is sure to please everyone at the table. With its unique blend of sour, spicy, and savory flavors, Tom Yum soup is a must-try for any Thai food lover.

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