Thai Cuisine

Tom Yum Goong Recipe -Thai Special

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Tom Yum Goong Recipe -Thai Special

Tom Yum Goong is a famous Thai soup known for its bold and tangy flavors. Made with shrimp (goong), fragrant herbs like lemongrass, kaffir lime leaves, and galangal, and a spicy, sour broth, this dish is a perfect balance of heat and freshness. Often garnished with fresh cilantro and chili, Tom Yum Goong is a vibrant, aromatic soup that’s both comforting and invigorating, making it a beloved dish in Thai cuisine.

  • Prep Time15 min
  • Cook Time20 min
  • Total Time35 min

Tom Yum Goong Recipe Ingredients:

  • 8-10 large shrimp (peeled and deveined)
  • 4 cups water or chicken broth
  • 2 stalks lemongrass, cut into pieces and smashed
  • 3-4 kaffir lime leaves, torn into pieces
  • 3-4 slices galangal (or ginger if unavailable)
  • 3-4 Thai bird’s eye chilies (or to taste)
  • 1 medium onion, sliced
  • 2-3 tomatoes, cut into wedges
  • 1/2 cup mushrooms, sliced (optional)
  • 2-3 tablespoons fish sauce
  • 1-2 tablespoons lime juice (or to taste)
  • 1 teaspoon sugar
  • Fresh cilantro (for garnish)

Prepare the Broth:

1

In a large pot, bring 4 cups of water or chicken broth to a boil.

2

Add the lemongrass, kaffir lime leaves, galangal, chilies, and onion.

3

Let it simmer for about 5-10 minutes to release all the flavors.

Add Vegetables and Shrimp:

4

Add the tomatoes and mushrooms (if using) into the pot and cook for another 5 minutes until they start to soften.

5

Add the shrimp to the broth and cook for 3-5 minutes until they turn pink and are cooked through.

Season the Soup:

6

Add fish sauce, lime juice, and sugar to the soup.

7

Stir well and taste. Adjust the fish sauce and lime juice to make it as spicy, sour, or salty as you prefer.

Garnish and Serve:

8

Remove the soup from heat and discard the lemongrass, lime leaves, and galangal.

9

Serve the soup hot, garnished with fresh cilantro.

10

Enjoy your Tom Yum Goong soup! It’s full of bold, aromatic flavors and is perfect as a refreshing appetizer or light meal.

Recipe Notes:

Shrimp: Use fresh shrimp for the best flavor. You can also use fish or other seafood if you like.

Herbs: Galangal gives a special flavor, but you can use ginger if galangal is hard to find.

Fish Sauce: Fish sauce is important for the salty flavor. Adjust to your taste.

Vegetables: You can add extra veggies like carrots or bok choy for more texture.

Storage: The soup is best fresh, but you can keep leftovers in the fridge for 1-2 days. Reheat gently.

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