Description

A classic Thai hot and sour soup made with shrimp, aromatic herbs, and flavorful spices, offering a perfect balance of spicy, sour, salty, and savory flavors.

Ingredients

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8 cups water
1 lb shrimp, peeled and deveined
3 stalks lemongrass, cut into 2-inch pieces and smashed
5 slices galangal
5 kaffir lime leaves, torn
1 cup mushrooms, halved
3 Thai chilies, crushed
3 tablespoons fish sauce
2 tablespoons lime juice
1 teaspoon sugar
1 small tomato, cut into wedges
Fresh cilantro, for garnish

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Instructions

Bring water to a boil in a large pot.
Add lemongrass, galangal, and kaffir lime leaves. Simmer for 5 minutes.
Add mushrooms, tomato, and crushed chilies. Cook for 3-4 minutes.
Add shrimp and cook until they turn pink, about 2-3 minutes.
Stir in fish sauce, lime juice, and sugar. Taste and adjust seasoning if needed.
Remove from heat and garnish with fresh cilantro before serving.

Notes

Adjust the number of chilies according to your spice tolerance.
Substitute chicken or tofu for shrimp if desired.
Use fresh herbs for the best flavor.

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 bowl
Calories: 150
Sugar: 2g
Sodium: 900mg
Fat: 3g
Saturated Fat: 1g
Unsaturated Fat: 2g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 8g
Fiber: 1g
Protein: 18g
Cholesterol: 120mg