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Thai Soup

Serves 2
35 mins
156 Kcal
Thai Soup is a flavourful and aromatic dish in which all the vibrant flavours of Thailand come together within a comforting, hearty bowl. This Thai Soup is a sought-after recipe because it perfectly combines sweet, sour, salty, and spicy elements and creates a deliciously complex taste. Often the soup starts with an aromatic broth derived from such ingredients as lemongrass, galangal, kaffir lime leaves and Thai bird's eye chillies, so infusing a liquid with a robust, intense flavour. Coconut milk was frequently added and added a rich texture to the soup, with the sugars they contained balancing the acidity of the lime juice and even the umami taste of the fish sauce. Traditional Thai soups usually contain mushrooms, tomatoes, or onions that add flavour to the dish, in addition to some source of protein, such as chicken, shrimp, or tofu for a filling meal. Fresh herbs such as cilantro and Thai basil are added to the dish for seasoning, which gives the dish a fresher and more intense fragrance. Other recipe versions may add a little sugar to counterbalance the tartness from lime and tamarind, besides a few drops of chilli oil for extra kick. Thai Soup is well suited to be served as a delicious appetiser or as a main course, and it also goes very well with steamed jasmine rice. This dish is comforting and contains all the nutrients from fresh herbs and vegetables; therefore, it is a healthy food to have, too.

Ingredients required for Thai Soup

  1. 2 thai chillies
  2. 1/2 cup chicken stock
  3. 2 lemongrass
  4. 1/2 onion
  5. 3 cloves
  6. 1 tomato
  7. 1 tsp sugar
  8. 3 tbsp lemon
  9. Coriander
  10. 1 1/2 tbsp chili sauce
  11. 1/3 cup milk

Cooking steps for Thai Soup

  1. 1
    Tom Yum, aka Thai soup, is like a flavor explosion in a bowl. It's got that spicy, sour, savory thing going on that's basically a one-way ticket to Thailand. Let's explore the recipe of Thai soup.
  2. 2
    Start with 300g of prawns—peel them but save the heads and shells because that's where all the magic happens.
  3. 3
    Crush a couple of lemongrass stalks, chilies, garlic, and tear up some kaffir lime leaves. Toss all that into a pot with the prawn shells, galangal slices, water, and chicken stock, and let it simmer for 10 minutes.
  4. 4
    Strain out the solids, and now you've got a broth that smells like heaven.
  5. 5
    Throw in some oyster mushrooms, onion wedges, and tomato slices, and let them simmer for a few minutes to add sweetness and body to the soup.
  6. 6
    Add the peeled prawns back in and cook until they turn pink—don't overdo it, though, because no one likes rubbery prawns.
  7. 7
    Season the broth with fish sauce, a pinch of sugar, and lime juice to hit that perfect balance of savory, sweet, and tangy.
  8. 8
    If you're team creamy Thai soup, stir in some Thai roasted chili sauce and evaporated milk for that smoky, velvety vibe.
  9. 9
    Ladle the thai soup into bowls, top with fresh coriander and chili slices, and serve it hot with steamed rice or just on its own.

Shop Ingredients

Cloves (3)
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Tomato (1)
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Sugar (1 Tsp)
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Chicken Stock (1/2 cup)
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Chili Sauce (1 1/2 Tbsp)
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Coriander
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Onion (1/2)
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Lemon (3 Tbsp)
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FAQs

What are the ingredients for a quintessential Thai soup?

Authentic Thai soups have a balanced flavour of fresh and aromatic ingredients combined to create their exclusive taste. Primary aromatics include lemongrass, kaffir lime leaves, galangal, Thai ginger, and Thai chillies for fragrance and spice. Coconut milk is commonly used to enrich creamy soups such as Tom Kha; clear soups such as Tom Yum are made with a sour broth flavoured with tamarind or lime juice. Fish sauce, soy sauce, and palm sugar are balanced to give salty, sweet, and savoury tastes. A subtle aroma is topped with a few snips of fresh cilantro and Thai basil for garnish.

Can I make thai soup vegetarian or vegan?

Absolutely! To create a vegetarian or vegan Thai soup, replace fish sauce with soy sauce or an alternative vegan fish sauce. Use vegetable broth as your base ingredient, and then add tofu or mushrooms or a combination of vegetables like bok choy, baby corn and bell peppers to add texture and nutrition. Coconut milk or a plant-based cream adds richness to the soup without losing its authenticity.

How do I reduce the spice level in a Thai soup?

To control the spice level, adjust the number of Thai chillies or substitute them with milder options like red chilli flakes. Add more coconut milk or broth to tone down the heat if the soup becomes too spicy. Balancing the soup with additional lime juice, sugar, or salt can help manage spiciness without diluting the flavour.
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