THAI SHRIMP AND LEMONGRASS SOUP (TOM YUM SOUP)
This is the best Tom Yum Soup recipe. To maximize the citrus flavor of the fresh lemongrass, crush the base and stem with the flat side of a chef's knife before slicing or before adding it to a recipe. If using larger pieces of lemongrass, remove them before serving.
Provided by Vickie Parks
Categories Fish Soups
Time 30m
Number Of Ingredients 17
Steps:
- 1. In a mortar, combine the garlic, chilies, cilantro stems and pepper, and grind together with a pestle until a thick paste forms, adding 1 Tbs. water if needed to facilitate grinding. Alternatively, combine all the ingredients in a mini food processor and process to a paste. Set the chili paste aside.
- 2. Remove and discard the stems from the mushrooms. Thinly slice the caps. Trim and crush the lemongrass stalks. Smash the galangal slices with the side of a chef's knife.
- 3. In a stockpot over high heat, warm the oil. Add the mushrooms and sauté until they begin to brown, about 2 minutes. Stir in the lemongrass, galangal slices and shallots, and sauté until fragrant, about 2 minutes more.
- 4. Pour in the stock, add the lime zest and bring to a boil. Reduce the heat to medium, stir in the chili paste and simmer for 3 to 4 minutes. Add the fish sauce, lime juice and palm sugar and stir to mix well. Simmer for 5 minutes to allow the flavors to develop.
- 5. Just before serving, stir in the shrimp. As soon as they begin to turn color and are opaque, after about 3 minutes, remove the soup from the heat. Ladle the soup into individual bowls, garnish with the shredded basil and cilantro, and serve immediately.
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Kylie Perry
kyliep84@gmail.comI made this soup for my family and they all loved it. Even my picky kids ate it all up. The soup is flavorful and refreshing. It's the perfect meal for a hot summer day.
safsafa mohamed
safsafa_mohamed91@hotmail.comThis soup is so easy to make and it's absolutely delicious. The flavors are complex and well-balanced. I love the addition of the lemongrass and galangal. They give the soup a unique flavor that I've never had before.
Misto chanda Misto chanda
cmisto@hotmail.comI'm not a fan of spicy food, but this soup was still really good. The flavors were well-balanced and the shrimp was cooked perfectly. I would definitely make this again, but I would probably use less chili peppers.
Alvina Mahlalela
mahlalela55@yahoo.comThis soup is delicious and healthy. It's the perfect meal for a busy weeknight. I love that it's made with all fresh ingredients.
Mohammad Abir
mohammad_a37@yahoo.comI'm always on the lookout for new and exciting recipes, and this one definitely caught my eye. The flavors are amazing and the soup is so easy to make. I will definitely be making this again.
S I Kutub
s-kutub@yahoo.comI made this soup for my family and they all loved it. Even my picky kids ate it all up. The soup is flavorful and refreshing. It's the perfect meal for a hot summer day.
Kashif akram Khan
kk94@hotmail.comThis soup is so easy to make and it's absolutely delicious. The flavors are complex and well-balanced. I love the addition of the lemongrass and galangal. They give the soup a unique flavor that I've never had before.
Md sujon Sheik
s_md@hotmail.co.ukI'm not a fan of shrimp, but I still really enjoyed this soup. The flavors are amazing and the broth is so flavorful. I would definitely make this again, but I would probably use chicken instead of shrimp.
Rashid Amjad
ramjad@gmail.comThis soup is delicious and healthy. It's the perfect meal for a busy weeknight. I love that it's made with all fresh ingredients.
Sergio Gerges
gerges-s80@gmail.comI'm always looking for new and exciting recipes, and this one definitely fits the bill. The flavors are amazing and the soup is so easy to make. I will definitely be making this again.
MD Sobuz Hossein
mh@gmail.comI made this soup for a party and it was a huge hit. Everyone loved it! I especially liked the fact that it's not too spicy. It's the perfect soup for a cold winter day.
Rozana A. Kadir
a.rozana@hotmail.comThis soup is so flavorful and refreshing. The lemongrass and galangal give it a unique flavor that I love. I also love the addition of the shrimp and mushrooms. They add a nice texture to the soup.
Destiny nwankwo
nwankwo_d51@hotmail.comI'm not a huge fan of spicy food, but this soup was still really good. The flavors were well-balanced and the shrimp was cooked perfectly. I would definitely make this again, but I would probably use less chili peppers.
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f20@yahoo.comThis is my go-to recipe for Thai shrimp and lemongrass soup. It's always a crowd-pleaser and it's so easy to make. I love the combination of flavors and textures in this soup.
Fallah Maho
maho_fallah@yahoo.comI followed the recipe exactly and the soup turned out great! The only thing I would change is to add a little more spice. Next time I'll add an extra chili pepper or two.
Phillip Rehmert
p_rehmert2@gmail.comI've made this soup several times now and it's always a hit. It's easy to make and the ingredients are easy to find. I love the spicy and sour flavor.
Sanu Bandara
s_bandara@yahoo.comThis soup is absolutely delicious! The flavors are complex and well-balanced, and the shrimp is cooked perfectly. I will definitely be making this again.