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Thai Tom Yum Gai Soup Recipe

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Description

Tom Yum Gai is a spicy and sour Thai soup made with chicken, mushrooms, lemongrass, galangal, kaffir lime leaves, and chili peppers. This soup is a perfect blend of sweet, sour, and salty flavors with a hint of spice. Tom Yum Gai is a healthy soup that can help to boost your immune system and metabolism.

Prep Time

Preparation time for this soup is around 15 minutes.

Cook Time

Cooking time for this soup is around 30 minutes.

Ingredients

  • 2 chicken breasts, cut into small pieces
  • 3 cups of water
  • 4-5 kaffir lime leaves
  • 2 stalks of lemongrass, bruised and cut into pieces
  • 2-3 slices of galangal
  • 2-3 Thai chilies, crushed
  • 1 cup of mushrooms, sliced
  • 2 tbsp of fish sauce
  • 1 tbsp of sugar
  • 2 tbsp of lime juice
  • 1/4 cup of cilantro, chopped

Equipment

  • A pot
  • A ladle
  • A knife and cutting board
  • A strainer

Method

  1. Firstly, heat the pot with water on medium heat.
  2. Add kaffir lime leaves, lemongrass, galangal, and chili peppers into the water and let it boil for 5 minutes.
  3. After 5 minutes, add chicken pieces into the pot and let it cook for 10 minutes or until chicken is cooked through.
  4. Add mushrooms into the pot and let it cook for 2-3 minutes.
  5. Season the soup with fish sauce, sugar, and lime juice.
  6. Finally, garnish the soup with chopped cilantro.
  7. Strain the soup into a serving bowl and serve hot.

Notes

You can adjust the spiciness level of this soup as per your taste. If you want it spicier, add more chili peppers, and if you want it milder, remove the chili peppers.

Nutrition Info

  • Calories: 180
  • Carbohydrates: 10g
  • Fat: 5g
  • Protein: 25g
  • Sugar: 5g

Recipe FAQ

Can I use shrimp instead of chicken in Tom Yum Gai soup?

Yes, you can use shrimp instead of chicken. Just replace chicken with shrimp in the recipe.

Can I use vegetable broth instead of water in Tom Yum Gai soup?

Yes, you can use vegetable broth instead of water in this soup. It will enhance the flavor of the soup.

Can I use dried kaffir lime leaves in Tom Yum Gai soup?

Yes, you can use dried kaffir lime leaves if fresh leaves are not available.

Recipe Tips

  • Always use fresh ingredients to get the best taste.
  • Use a sharp knife to cut the chicken into small pieces.
  • Use Thai chilies for the authentic taste of this soup.
  • Don't overcook the chicken as it can become tough and chewy.
  • Strain the soup before serving to remove the lemongrass, galangal, and chili peppers.

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