A classic Thai hot and sour soup, usually cooked with shrimp.
Prep Time
10 minutes
Cook Time
20 minutes
Total Time
30 minutes
Difficulty
Easy
Skills Required
None
Ingredients & Nutrition
250 kcal
Calories
25g
Protein
5g
Fat
15g
Carbs
2g
Fiber
5g
Sugar
1400mg
Sodium
- 1 lb, large Shrimp
- 4 cups Chicken Broth
- 2 stalks, bruised Lemongrass
- 1-inch piece, sliced Galangal
- 5 Kaffir Lime Leaves
- 1 cup, sliced Mushrooms
- 3 tbsp Fish Sauce
- 1/4 cup Lime Juice
- 2-3, crushed Thai Chilies
Equipment Needed
Let AI Suggest Variations
- Make a creamy version (Tom Kha) by adding coconut milk.
- Use chicken or tofu instead of shrimp.
- Add rice noodles to make it a more substantial meal.
- Increase the amount of chilies for an extra spicy kick.
Instructions:
1. In a large pot, bring chicken broth to a boil with lemongrass, galangal, and kaffir lime leaves.
2. Simmer for 10 minutes to infuse the flavors.
3. Add mushrooms and cook for 5 minutes.
4. Add the shrimp and cook until they turn pink.
5. Remove from heat. Stir in fish sauce, lime juice, and Thai chilies.
6. Garnish with cilantro and serve hot.