Welcome to the culinary adventure of preparing Tom Yum Koong, a tantalizing and aromatic soup that captures the essence of Thai cuisine. This dish is a harmonious blend of spicy, sour, and tangy flavors that will ignite your taste buds and leave you craving more. As a cornerstone of Thai culinary heritage, Tom Yum Koong has gained immense popularity worldwide due to its exquisite taste and health benefits. This article aims to guide you through the journey of creating an authentic and delectable Tom Yum Koong soup, providing step-by-step instructions, tips, and ingredient recommendations. Get ready to embark on a gastronomic voyage that will transform your kitchen into a Thai culinary haven.
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TOM YUM KOONG (HOT AND SOUR SOUP WITH SHRIMP)
Tom yum is one of the most favorite dishes in thailand. There are 2 kinds of Tom Yum: Clear soup and with milk for the smoother taste. This is a Thai recipe and it might be too spicy for most people, you may reduce the spices or lime juice for lighter taste.
Provided by THAI CHEF
Categories < 30 Mins
Time 20m
Yield 2-4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Clean and devein the shrimps. Pound lemon grass lightly and cut diagonally for 2 inches long. Tear the center part of kaffir lime leaves. Wedge mushrooms into quarters. Coarsely cut the coriander leaves.
- Bring water to boil over medium high heat. Add salt, lemon grass, galangal, kaffir lime leaves and mushrooms for 3-5 minutes or until fragranced. Then add shrimps and quickly lower the heat to low otherwise shrimps will shrink down the size. After the shrimps is cooked turn off the heat.
- In a serving bowl, combine fish sauce, pounded chili and lime juice. Pour the soup into the bowl and taste. Topped with coriander leaves. Serve while hot.
- *****For thai cooking all ingredients are not to be exact. You may reduce down the spices.
- *****You may add roasted chili pasted right after you add mushrooms into a soup and bring the soup to boil, and follow every steps until you pour the soup into a bowl then topped with milk and stir well. Then top with coriander leaves for garnish.
TOM YUM KOONG
Thai soups are a skillful blend of taste, texture and color. This recipe came from a cookbook that my daughter brought back from Singapore. Some of the ingredients are unusual but can be found in Asian markets or online.
Provided by Cucina Casalingo
Categories Asian
Time 35m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Bring the stock to a boil over medium heat in a saucepan. Add the lemongrass, galangal, kaffir lime leaves and chiles. Lower the heat to medium-low, cover, and simmer for 15 minutes to let the spices infuse the broth.
- Uncover and add the fish sauce, sugar, and mushrooms. Simmer for 5 minutes. Toss in the shrimp and cook for about 5 minutes until they turn pink. Remove from the heat and add the limes and lime juice, green onions, and cilantro. Taste for salt and spices; you should have an equal balance of spicy, salty, and sour. It's a good idea to tell your guest's that the lemongrass and lime leaves and slices are for flavor only and should be avoided when eating the soup.
TOM YUM KOONG SOUP
Many of these ingredients can be found in Asian or specialty shops. Chili paste with soy bean oil comes in small jars and can be found in most Asian markets. Galangal, a member of the ginger family, is a knobby root that tastes like a cross between ginger and pepper. Tom Yum Soup paste can be found in Asian shops, or you can use Thai Red Curry paste. Kaffir lime leaves have an aromatic citrus-like smell and flavor. Garnish with fresh coriander leaves.
Provided by MC
Categories Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes Soup Recipes
Time 1h10m
Yield 5
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Trim lemongrass and cut into matchstick size pieces.
- To make stock: Add the shrimp heads and shells to water, then cook for 20 minutes. Turn the fire off. Soak the heads and shells for further 20 minutes before discarding.
- Trim lemongrass and cut into matchstick size pieces.
- Add stock, lemon grass, kaffir lime leaves, galangal, chili padi, fish sauce, lime juice, sugar, and chili paste to a pot and bring to a boil. After boiling for 5 minutes, add shrimps and both mushrooms. Cook for further 10 minutes. Garnish with coriander leaves.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 62.8 calories, Carbohydrate 3.5 g, Cholesterol 69 mg, Fat 1 g, Fiber 0.6 g, Protein 9.9 g, SaturatedFat 0.2 g, Sodium 517.1 mg, Sugar 1.7 g
Tips:
- To make the most flavorful tom yum koong, use fresh, high-quality ingredients.
- Don't be afraid to adjust the recipe to your own taste preferences. For example, if you like it spicy, add more chili peppers. If you prefer a more sour flavor, add more lime juice.
- If you can't find lemongrass, galangal, or kaffir lime leaves, you can substitute other herbs and spices. For example, you could use ginger, cilantro, and lime zest.
- Tom yum koong is best served immediately after it is made. However, it can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Conclusion:
Tom yum koong is a delicious and easy-to-make soup that is perfect for any occasion. With its bright and tangy flavors, it is sure to please everyone at your table. So next time you're looking for a new and exciting soup recipe, give tom yum koong a try.
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