Tom Yum Goong

A classic Thai hot and sour soup with shrimp.

Ingredients

• 1 lb shrimp
• 2 stalks lemongrass
• 6 leaves kaffir lime leaves
• 1 slice galangal
• 2 tbsp chili paste (optional)
• 3 tbsp fish sauce
• 1/4 cup lime juice
• 1 cup mushrooms
• 1/4 cup cilantro

Method

1. Boil water and add lemongrass, lime leaves, and galangal.
2. Add shrimp and mushrooms, cook until shrimp is opaque.
3. Stir in chili paste, fish sauce, and lime juice.
4. Garnish with cilantro and serve hot.

Chef's tips

• Adjust spiciness with more or less chili paste.
• Use fresh shrimp for best taste.