Tom Yum Goong Thai Hot and Sour Shrimp Soup (Tom Yum Goong) with Lemongrass and Kaffir Lime Ingredients: 1 liter (4 cups) water or chicken stock 2 stalks lemongrass, trimmed and smashed 3 slices galangal (or ginger if unavailable) 5 kaffir lime leaves, torn 2 Thai bird’s eye chilies, crushed (adjust to taste) 200g (7 oz) fresh shrimp, peeled and deveined 150g (5 oz) mushrooms, halved (straw mushrooms or button) 2 tablespoons fish sauce 1 1/2 tablespoons fresh lime juice 1 teaspoon sugar 2 tablespoons Thai chili paste (nam prik pao) 1 small tomato, cut into wedges (optional) Fresh cilantro, chopped, for garnish Directions: In a medium saucepan, bring the water or stock to a boil. Add lemongrass, galangal, kaffir lime leaves, and crushed chilies. Simmer for 5–7 minutes to infuse the broth. Add shrimp and mushrooms to the pot. Cook for 3–4 minutes, or until shrimp are pink and cooked through. Stir in fish sauce, lime juice, sugar, and Thai chili paste. Simmer for 1–2 more minutes. Taste and adjust balance of salty, sour, and spicy as desired. Ladle into bowls and garnish with fresh cilantro. Prep Time: 10 minutes | Cooking Time: 15 minutes | Total Time: 25 minutes Kcal: 150 kcal | Servings: 2–3 servings #tomyumgoong #thaiflavors #hotsoursoup #shrimpbroth #asiansoup #thaihomecooking #souprecipe #lemongrasssoup #spicysoup #kaffirlimeleaves #fishsaucedish #easythaifood #seafoodsoup #cozykitchen #herbalbroth #thaiappetizer #chilipaste #exoticcomfortfood #thairestaurantstyle #spoonfulofthai This Tom Yum Goong is pure Thai comfort in a bowl With shrimp, lime, lemongrass, and chili—it’s bold, spicy, and so satisfying.

Louisiana Hot Sauce Fiery Louisiana-Style Hot Sauce with Aged Peppers and Vinegar Kick Ingredients: 1/2 pound red chili peppers (like cayenne or tabasco), stemmed 2 teaspoons salt 1 1/2 cups white distilled vinegar 1/2 teaspoon sugar (optional) 1 clove garlic, smashed (optional) Directions: Roughly chop the chili peppers and place them in a glass jar or container. Add salt and stir to coat evenly. Pour in the vinegar, making sure the peppers are fully submerged. Add sugar and garlic if using. Cover the container with a breathable lid (like cheesecloth or a fermentation lid) and let it sit at room temperature for 5–7 days to ferment slightly. After fermentation, pour the contents into a blender and blend until smooth. Strain the sauce through a fine mesh sieve to remove solids (optional, for a smoother sauce). Pour the strained hot sauce into a sterilized bottle or jar. Store in the refrigerator for up to 3 months. Shake well before each use. Prep Time: 10 minutes | Fermentation Time: 5–7 days | Total Time: ~7 days Kcal: 5 kcal per serving (1 tbsp) | Servings: ~24 servings (1 ½ cups) #hotsauce #louisianaflavor #spicycondiments #fermentedfoods #homemadesauce #hotsaucerecipe #hotpeppers #spicygoodness #cayennepepper #vinegarbased #saucelovers #heatseekers #hotsaucelife #chilipaste #fireyflavors #hotsauceaddict #diyhotsauce #southerncooking #fermentationlove #boldflavors Bring the heat! This Louisiana Hot Sauce is bold, tangy, and the perfect DIY project for spice lovers!