TOM YUM KOONG

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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

2 quarts fish stock (or chicken broth)
2 stalks fresh lemongrass, sliced on a bias in 1-inch pieces
4 kaffir lime leaves
1 inch fresh galangal root or 1 inch ginger, sliced
2 Thai red chili peppers, fresh, sliced
2 tablespoons fish sauce, such as nam pla
1 1/2 teaspoons sugar
1 (8 ounce) can straw mushrooms, rinsed
1 lb large shrimp, peeled with tails on
1 lime, juice of
1 lime, thinly sliced
2 green onions, sliced
6 sprigs fresh cilantro, chopped

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.

Malcolm Powell
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This recipe is a keeper!


Alvaro Zavala
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This soup is perfect for a cold winter day.


Jeremaih Okoye
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I love that this recipe can be made in one pot.


Mustakin Ahmed
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This recipe is a great way to use up leftover shrimp.


Dalhia Caceres
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I'm not a huge fan of spicy food, but this soup was just the right amount of heat for me.


Uzair Janu
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This soup is so refreshing and flavorful. I love the combination of sour, sweet, and spicy.


Tshiamo MOKOENA
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I've made this recipe several times and it's always a hit. The flavors are complex and delicious.


Michael Hayes
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This is my go-to recipe for Tom Yum Koong. It's always a crowd-pleaser and it's so easy to make.


Zahidul Haqe
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This soup was a bit too spicy for my taste, but I was able to tone it down by adding some coconut milk.


Muhammad Albany
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I love this recipe! It's so easy to make and the flavors are amazing. I always get compliments when I serve it to guests.


Pitch Black 47
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The recipe was easy to follow and the soup turned out great! I added a few extra vegetables and it was still delicious.


Alpana gc
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This soup was delicious, but it didn't have the same depth of flavor as the Tom Yum Koong I've had in Thai restaurants.


Abdullah Norat
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This Tom Yum Koong recipe was a hit at my dinner party! The flavors were perfectly balanced and the shrimp were cooked to perfection. I'll definitely be making this again.