Tom Yum Soup (Clear and Creamy Versions)

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A classic and authentic Thai Tom Yum Goong recipe, showing how to make both the traditional clear version and the rich, creamy style. The key is a deeply flavorful broth made from scratch using shrimp shells, packed with the iconic hot and sour taste of lemongrass, galangal, and lime.

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Cooking Time
Approx. 25-30 minutes
Difficulty
medium
Servings
Approx. 2-3 servings

🍳 Cooking Flow

Prepare ingredients: Peel shrimp (saving shells), and bruise aromatics like lemongrass and chilli. → Make the broth: Simmer the shrimp shells and aromatics in water and stock to create a flavorful base, then strain it. → Cook the soup: Add vegetables and shrimp to the strained broth and cook until the shrimp are pink. → Season and finish: Season with fish sauce, lime juice, and sugar. For the clear version, garnish and serve. For the creamy version, stir in chili paste and milk before garnishing.

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Ingredients List

Shrimp / Prawns, with shells:Approx. 250g / 0.5 lb
Water:Approx. 2 cups
Chicken or Vegetable Stock:Approx. 2 cups
Lemongrass:2 stalks
Red Chillies:2-3, to taste
Kaffir Lime Leaves:A few leaves
Galangal:A few slices
Garlic:3 cloves
Onion:1/2, sliced
Tomato:1, cut into wedges
Mushrooms (e.g., Oyster):Approx. 1 cup, sliced
Fish Sauce:to taste
Fresh Lime Juice:to taste
Sugar:A pinch
Thai Roasted Chili Paste (Nam Prik Pao) (for creamy version):1-2 tbsp
Evaporated Milk or Coconut Milk (for creamy version):Approx. 1/4 cup
Cilantro (Coriander), for garnish:A handful
Lime wedges, for serving:As needed

Important Notes

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The key to a rich flavor is making the broth from scratch using the shrimp shells and heads. Don't skip this step!

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Bruising the aromatics helps release their essential oils and fragrance into the soup.

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The shrimp cook very quickly. Be careful not to overcook them or they will become tough.

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For the creamy version, you can choose between evaporated milk for a classic Thai restaurant style, or coconut milk for a richer taste.

📺Channel:RecipeTin Eats
👀Views:752,793
👍Likes:5,938
📅Published:9/30/2019

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