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Shrimp Tom Yum Soup

Recipe by THE YELLOW RICE

An iconic Thai soup, Shrimp Tom Yum, tangy, fragrant and slightly spicy. It combines broth flavored with galangal, lemongrass, kaffir lime leaves and chili paste, with fresh shrimp, mushrooms and tomatoes. Ideal for a comforting, flavor‑packed meal.

MediumThaiServes 4

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Source Video
23m
Prep
30m
Cook
10m
Cleanup
1h 3m
Total

Cost Breakdown

Total cost:$19.35
Per serving:$4.84

Critical Success Points

  • Brown the shrimp heads and shells without burning them
  • Properly infuse the aromatics (galangal, lemongrass, kaffir lime) for 10 minutes
  • Do not overcook the shrimp

Safety Warnings

  • Handle knives carefully when cutting galangal and lemongrass.
  • Watch out for splashes of boiling water when deglazing the shells.
  • Cook the shrimp until opaque to avoid any risk of food poisoning.

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