The Anti-Inflammatory Tom Yum Soup has a bold texture and tarty flavors. It contains lemongrass, galangal, garlic, ginger, Thai chilies, mushrooms, cherry tomatoes, shrimp or tofu, vegetable or chicken broth, lime juice, fish sauce or soy sauce, turmeric, and a touch of honey for balance. There are approximately 180 calories and 18 g of protein in this vibrant soup. We make this vibrant soup in just 35 minutes. The Anti-Inflammatory Tom Yum Soup is perfect for immune-boosting diets, cold and flu recovery meals, detox-friendly eating plans, low-carb lifestyles, and clean, whole-food nutrition routines. Store this soup in the refrigerator for longer than three days, but freezing is best done without shrimp and lime juice to preserve its fresh flavor. You can serve this vibrant soup with Steamed Jasmine Rice, Garlic Sesame Noodles, Grilled Vegetable Skewers, Thai Cucumber Salad, or Cauliflower Fried Rice.
STATS:
- Course: Soup, Starter
- Calories: 180 kcal
- Diet: Anti-Inflammatory
- Prep time: 15 minutes
- Cuisine: Thai
- Cook time: 20 minutes
- Portion size: 1 bowl
- Cooking mode: Stovetop
- Total servings: 4
- Difficulty level: Easy
- Total time: 35 minutes
TOOLS:
- Large soup pot
- Cutting board
- Wooden spoon
- Sharp knife
- Strainer
- Ladle
INGREDIENTS:
- 4 cups vegetable broth
- 1 cup water
- 200 g shrimp
- 2 stalks lemongrass
- 5 slices galangal
- Three pieces of garlic
- 1 small onion
- 3 Thai chilies
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes
- 1 cup mushrooms
- 2 tbsp fish sauce
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 2 tbsp lime juice
- 1 tsp turmeric powder
- 1 tsp honey
- Fresh cilantro
- Salt
INGREDIENT NOTES AND THEIR SUBSTITUTIONS:
LEMONGRASS:
- We have to utilize lemongrass, as it will provide a fresh citrus aroma and bright flavor. As a replacement, you can use lemon zest combined with a basil stem.
GALANGAL:
- Use galangal, which will deliver a strong & warm flavor. You can swap it with fresh ginger or ginger paste.
SHRIMP:
- We utilize shrimp as it will provide lean protein to this soup. As a replacement, you can use tofu, chicken, or mushrooms.
FISH SAUCE:
- Use fish sauce, which will give deep umami richness and savory depth. As further choices, we could utilize soy sauce or tamari.
THAI CHILIES:
- We use Thai chilies to bring heat and spice to the soup. As a replacement, you can use red chili flakes or paprika.
TURMERIC:
- Utilize turmeric as it will enhance anti-inflammatory properties and add earthy warmth. It can be kept optional or replaced with a small pinch of curry powder.
LIME JUICE:
- We use lime juice to provide fresh acidity and brightness. As another option, you might use lemon juice.
INSTRUCTIONS:
- Gently warm the oil in a pot.
- Include galangal, garlic, lemongrass, and onion.
- Slowly cook them till they are aromatic.
- Fill in water & broth, and gently boil them.
- Slowly cook the turmeric, mushrooms, and tomatoes for nearly ten minutes.
- Include the shrimp and cook till completely prepared.
- Whisk in the honey, fish sauce, and chili.
- Off the flame and include fresh lime juice.
- Serve this Tom Yum soup with fresh cilantro.
TIPS:
- You can adjust the spicy taste to counterbalance the spicy flavor.
- Avoid boiling the lime juice too much; lastly, include it for a fresh taste.
- Gently bruise the lemongrass to produce as much scent as possible.
SERVING SUGGESTIONS:
GRAIN-BASED PAIRINGS:
- Steamed Jasmine Rice
- Brown Rice
- Garlic Fried Rice
- Coconut Rice
- Rice Noodles
PROTEIN-BASED PAIRINGS:
- Teriyaki Tofu
- Pan-Seared Salmon
- Thai Grilled Chicken Satay
VEGETABLE-BASED PAIRINGS:
- Stir-Fried Bok Choy
- Garlic Sautéed Spinach
- Roasted Broccoli
- Asian Cucumber Salad
- Grilled Zucchini
LIGHT & DETOX-FRIENDLY PAIRINGS:
- Cauliflower Rice Bowl
- Avocado Salad
- Fresh Spring Rolls
- Cabbage Slaw
- Herbal Green Salad
STORAGE INFORMATION:
FRIDGE:
- Put this vibrant soup in a closed vessel for longer than three days.
FREEZER:
- Store this vibrant soup without shrimp and lime juice for a minimum of two months.
FAQs:
Will we prepare this vibrant soup vegetarian?
- Yes, you can use tofu or mushrooms as a replacement for shrimp.
May we drink this vibrant soup daily?
- Yes, you can drink this vibrant soup daily, as it is nutrient-rich and light.
Is this Tom Yum Soup perfect for inflammation?
- Yes, if you utilize lime, ginger, turmeric, and garlic, as they will help in decreasing the inflammation.
NUTRITIONAL FACTS:
Calories: 180 kcal
Sodium: 780 mg
Net carbs: 10 g
Fiber: 2 g
Sugar: 4 g
Fats: 6 g
Proteins: 18 g
Portion Size: 1 bowl
Total carbs: 12 g
