Tom Yaam Goong Spicy Prawn Soup Flavored With Lemon Grass Recipe

Experience the vibrant flavors of Thailand with this authentic Tom Yum Goong recipe! Inspired by a cooking class at the luxurious Le Royal Meridian Phuket Yacht Club, this spicy prawn soup is bursting with fresh lemongrass, galangal, and kaffir lime leaves. Learn to make this delicious dish – a true taste of paradise – in just 22 minutes. Find all the ingredients at your local Asian market and prepare for a culinary adventure!

Prep Time 10 mins
Cook Time 22 mins
Calories 361.5 kcal
Protein 52g
Rating 5.0 (2 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Tom Yaam Goong Spicy Prawn Soup Flavored With Lemon Grass

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How to Make Tom Yaam Goong Spicy Prawn Soup Flavored With Lemon Grass

  1. Bring 4 cups of chicken stock to a rolling boil in a medium saucepan.
  2. Add 2 stalks lemongrass (bruised), 1 inch galangal (sliced), and 1/2 cup straw mushrooms.
  3. Season with 2 tablespoons lime juice, 1 teaspoon sugar, 1 tablespoon fish sauce, and 1 teaspoon chili oil. Adjust to your preferred level of spiciness.
  4. Stir in 4 kaffir lime leaves, 1 red chili (thinly sliced), and 1/4 cup coconut cream.
  5. Gently add 1 pound (450g) shrimp. Cook for approximately 30 seconds, or until pink and just cooked through.
  6. Garnish generously with fresh coriander leaves and a few more drops of chili oil. Serve immediately and enjoy!

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

114 g

Sugar

51g

Fat

22g

Carbs

9g