Hey Lykkers! 👋 So, let's talk about one of my all-time favorite soups – Tom Yam Kook! 🍜 This Thai soup is seriously packed with flavor – think sour, spicy, and a little bit salty all in one bite.

If you haven't had it yet, trust me, you're missing out. It's one of those dishes that makes your taste buds do a happy dance. Here's how I make it, and I promise, it's easier than you think!

What You'll Need

Okay, first things first – here's a list of the ingredients you'll need for that perfect Tom Yam Kook. Don't stress if you're not sure where to find some stuff. Most of it's pretty easy to grab at the grocery store or any Asian market nearby.

2 stalks lemongrass, cut into pieces

4-5 kaffir lime leaves (tear 'em up!)

3-4 slices galangal (or ginger if you can't find galangal)

1-2 Thai bird's eye chilies (depending on how much spice you want!)

200g shrimp (or chicken if you're feeling that)

200g mushrooms, sliced

1 medium tomato, cut into wedges

1 onion, sliced thin

1-2 tablespoons fish sauce

1 tablespoon sugar

1 lime (for that zing!)

Fresh cilantro leaves for garnish

Got everything? Cool, let's get cookin'! 👩‍🍳

Let's Build the Broth

First thing you're gonna do is get a pot with about 4 cups of water. Bring it to a boil, and once it's bubbling, add in your lemongrass, kaffir lime leaves, galangal, and chilies. Let it simmer for about 5-10 minutes. You'll start smelling that amazing Thai aroma filling your kitchen. It's like your house just got upgraded to a fancy restaurant! 😍

Add the Protein & Veggies

Next up, toss in your shrimp (or chicken). Shrimp cooks super fast – about 2-3 minutes is all it needs. If you're using chicken, just give it a little more time until it's nice and tender. Then, add in the mushrooms, tomatoes, and onions. Let it all simmer together. The mushrooms soften up, and the tomatoes get all juicy, making your broth even more flavorful.

Time to Season!

Here's where the magic happens! Add fish sauce for that salty umami goodness, and a spoonful of sugar to balance out the flavors. Then, squeeze in the lime juice. You want it to have that nice, tangy kick! Taste it and see if it needs more of anything. The goal is to get that perfect mix of sour, salty, and spicy. Yum. 🔥

Garnish and Serve!

Once everything's cooked, scoop it into bowls, and don't forget to add some fresh cilantro on top for that little extra freshness. And boom, you've got yourself a bowl of Tom Yam Kook ready to enjoy!

Time to Dig In!

This soup is perfect on its own, but you can totally pair it with some steamed rice if you're hungry. It's super easy to make and always impresses, whether you're having it for a chill dinner or making it for friends.

So, Lykkers, who's going to try this out? Let me know what you think if you do – I'm always up for chatting about food! 🌶️🍤

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Video by Joshua Weissman