Broth/Seasoning | Low Calorie

Tom Yam Broth Cube

N/A Allergens: Shellfish,Fish,Soy
Tom Yam Broth Cube

Sourcing & Taxonomy

  • Family N/A
  • Primary Cuisine Southeast Asian
  • Seasonality Year-Round
  • Source Salt, Sugar, Spices, Flavorings

What Is Tom Yam Broth Cube?

A concentrated bouillon cube featuring the distinctive hot and sour flavors of traditional Thai Tom Yam soup.

What Does Tom Yam Broth Cube Taste Like?

Tom Yam Broth Cube has a umami,sour,salty,spicy taste with lemongrass,galangal,chili,kaffir lime aromas.

Taste
Umami,Sour,Salty,Spicy
Texture
Solid (cube),Dissolves (liquid)
Aroma
Lemongrass,Galangal,Chili,Kaffir Lime
Acidity
High

Technical Metrics

Nutrition Facts

Per 1 cup (240ml) prepared broth
Calories15 kcal
Total Fat0.5 g
Saturated Fat0.2 g
Trans Fat0 g
Cholesterol0 mg
Protein1 g
Total Carbohydrate2 g
Dietary Fiber0.1 g
Total Sugars1 g
Calcium5 mg
Iron0.1 mg
Potassium30 mg

Chef’s Secret

For deeper flavor, sauté aromatics like lemongrass and galangal before adding the dissolved broth cube.

Tom Yam Broth Cube Substitutes & Ratios

The best substitute for Tom Yam Broth Cube is Tom Yum Paste, used at a 1:1 (by flavor intensity) ratio. Best for authentic flavor and texture in soups and stir-fries.

Substitutes for Tom Yam Broth Cube with ratios
Substitute Ratio Best for
Tom Yum Paste Best 1:1 (by flavor intensity) Best for authentic flavor and texture in soups and stir-fries.
Fish Sauce & Lime Juice Varies by taste DIY option for similar sour-salty-umami base, add chili/lemongrass.
Vegetable Broth + Chili Garlic Sauce Varies Good for a quick spicy-savory base, less authentic depth.

How to Choose & Store Tom Yam Broth Cube

Look for cubes with natural ingredients and lower sodium if possible; check for MSG.

What Pairs Well With Tom Yam Broth Cube?

  • Shrimp
  • chicken
  • mushrooms
  • rice noodles
  • coconut milk.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does Tom Yam Broth Cube taste like?

Umami,Sour,Salty,Spicy Lemongrass,Galangal,Chili,Kaffir Lime

What is a good substitute for Tom Yam Broth Cube?

The best substitute is Tom Yum Paste (1:1 (by flavor intensity)). Best for authentic flavor and texture in soups and stir-fries.

How do you choose and store Tom Yam Broth Cube?

Look for cubes with natural ingredients and lower sodium if possible; check for MSG.

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