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.

Fish Head Soup Savory Fish Head Soup with Ginger and Lemongrass Ingredients: 2 fish heads (snapper, grouper, or your choice), cleaned and gills removed 1 tablespoon oil 1 onion, sliced 3 cloves garlic, minced 1 thumb-sized piece of ginger, sliced 2 stalks lemongrass, smashed 2 tomatoes, quartered 1 red chili, sliced (optional) 6 cups water or fish stock 2 tablespoons fish sauce Juice of 1 lime Salt and pepper to taste Fresh cilantro or scallions, for garnish Directions: Heat oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add the onion, garlic, and ginger. Sauté for 3–4 minutes until fragrant. Add the lemongrass, tomatoes, and chili (if using). Cook for another 2 minutes. Place the cleaned fish heads in the pot and gently sauté for 2 minutes. Pour in water or fish stock. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 20–25 minutes, skimming off any foam. Add fish sauce, lime juice, salt, and pepper. Adjust seasoning to taste. Carefully remove the fish heads and set aside. Strain the broth if desired for a smoother texture, or serve as is. Ladle soup into bowls, top with fresh herbs, and serve hot with steamed rice. Prep Time: 15 minutes | Cooking Time: 30 minutes | Total Time: 45 minutes Kcal: 210 kcal | Servings: 4 servings #fishhead #seafoodsoup #gingersoup #lemongrasssoup #fishlovers #asiansoup #comfortingbroth #homemadesoup #cleaneating #glutenfreerecipes #lightmeals #soupseason #fishrecipe #simplecooking #healthyfish #seafoodlovers #heartybroth #freshherbs #traditionalrecipes #nourishingmeals This Fish Head Soup is pure comfort in a bowl With ginger, lemongrass, and lime, it’s light, aromatic, and full of flavor!