Quick and Easy Asian Food | Tom Yum Recipe from Thailand

 

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    Tom Yum is one of Thailand's iconic dishes that is well-known throughout the world. The dish consists of a spicy and sour soup that is typically made with shrimp, but can also be made with chicken, meat, or mushrooms for a vegetarian option.

    The broth of Tom Yum is made by boiling lemongrass, kaffir lime leaves, galangal, and chili peppers in water, which creates a flavorful base for the soup. Other ingredients such as fish sauce, lime juice, and sugar are then added to balance out the sour, spicy, and sweet flavors.

    Tom Yum is usually served with a generous amount of fresh herbs, such as cilantro and Thai basil, and can be topped with a variety of ingredients, such as mushrooms, shrimp, chicken, or tofu. The soup is often served with rice, which helps to balance out the spiciness of the broth.

    This dish is not only delicious, but also has some health benefits. The herbs and spices used in Tom Yum, such as lemongrass and galangal, are believed to have anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties, and can aid in digestion.

    Tom Yum has become a popular dish outside of Thailand, and can be found on the menus of many Thai restaurants around the world. It is a must-try dish for anyone who is a fan of spicy and flavorful cuisine.

Here is a recipe and guide for making authentic Tom Yum at home:

Ingredients:

• 4 cups of water

• 2 stalks of lemongrass, bruised

• 5-6 kaffir lime leaves

• 3 slices of galangal

• 2-3 Thai chilies, chopped

• 1 pound of shrimp, peeled and deveined

• 1/2 cup of mushrooms, sliced

• 2 tablespoons of fish sauce

• 1 tablespoon of sugar

• 2 tablespoons of lime juice

• 1/4 cup of cilantro, chopped

• 1/4 cup of Thai basil leaves

Instructions:

1. In a large pot, bring 4 cups of water to a boil.

2. Add lemongrass, kaffir lime leaves, galangal, and Thai chilies to the pot.

3. Reduce the heat to medium-low and let it simmer for 10-15 minutes.

4. Add shrimp and mushrooms to the pot and cook until the shrimp are pink and cooked through, about 2-3 minutes.

5. Stir in fish sauce, sugar, and lime juice.

6. Turn off the heat and add cilantro and Thai basil leaves to the pot.

7. Serve hot with rice.

Tips:

• To make the soup more flavorful, you can add chicken or meat instead of shrimp.

• Adjust the amount of Thai chilies based on your spice preference.

• Make sure to bruise the lemongrass stalks before adding them to the pot to release their flavor.

• Use fresh kaffir lime leaves and galangal for the best flavor.

• Do not overcook the shrimp or they will become tough.

• Serve Tom Yum hot, as it is not meant to be eaten cold.