Description
Tom Yum Noodles Soup is a vibrant and flavorful Thai-inspired dish with spicy and sour notes. Packed with fresh ingredients like shrimp, lemongrass, and lime juice, this comforting soup delivers an unforgettable taste experience perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
- 200g flat rice noodles
- 200g shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 2 tablespoons Tom Yum paste
- 400ml coconut milk
- 2 stalks lemongrass, sliced
- 5 Kaffir lime leaves
- 2 fresh chili peppers, sliced
- 2 tablespoons fish sauce
- 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped (for garnish)
- Juice of 1 lime
Instructions
1. Prepare your ingredients by chopping the garlic and slicing the lemongrass.
2. Cook the shrimp in a large pot with a splash of oil over medium heat until just cooked through. Remove and set aside.
3. In the same pot, sauté the Tom Yum paste, garlic, and lemongrass until fragrant, about 1–2 minutes.
4. Add coconut milk and 4 cups of water. Bring the mixture to a simmer.
5. Add the rice noodles and cook according to the package instructions, about 5 minutes.
6. Stir in the lime juice and fish sauce. Adjust seasoning to taste.
7. Serve the soup hot, topped with cooked shrimp and garnished with fresh cilantro and additional lime wedges if desired.
Notes
Use fresh lemongrass and lime leaves for authentic flavor.
Adjust the number of chili peppers to control the spice level.
You can substitute chicken or tofu for shrimp if preferred.
For best results, do not overcook the shrimp as they can become rubbery.