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Seafood Tom Yum Recipe

Seafood Tom Yum Recipe
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Seafood Tom Yum is a delicious and spicy Thai soup loaded with a mix of seafood, aromatic herbs, and bold flavors. This comforting dish is perfect for warming up on a chilly day or satisfying your craving for a taste of Thailand.

Ingredients

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Seafood:

  • 1 lb mixed seafood (shrimp, squid, mussels, and/or fish fillets), cleaned and deveined

Broth:

  • 4 cups water
  • 2 stalks lemongrass (cut into 2-inch pieces and smashed)
  • 5 slices galangal
  • 5 kaffir lime leaves (torn)
  • 3 Thai bird’s eye chilies (crushed)

Additions:

  • 1 cup mushrooms (sliced)
  • 2 tablespoons fish sauce
  • 1 tablespoon lime juice
  • 1 teaspoon sugar
  • 2 tablespoons Thai chili paste (nam prik pao)
  • 1/2 cup evaporated milk or coconut milk (optional for creamy version)
  • Fresh cilantro leaves for garnish
  • Lime wedges for serving

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Broth: Bring water to a boil in a medium pot. Add lemongrass, galangal, kaffir lime leaves, and chilies. Simmer for 5 minutes to infuse the broth.
  2. Cook the Seafood: Add mushrooms and cook for another 2 minutes. Stir in the mixed seafood and cook until just done, about 3–4 minutes.
  3. Season the Soup: Reduce heat and add fish sauce, lime juice, sugar, and chili paste. For a creamy version, stir in the evaporated milk or coconut milk and heat through without boiling.
  4. Adjust and Serve: Taste and adjust seasoning with more lime juice or fish sauce if needed. Serve hot, garnished with cilantro and lime wedges.

Notes

  • You can use any combination of seafood you prefer.
  • Adjust chili and lime juice levels to suit your spice and sourness preference.
  • Omit evaporated or coconut milk for a clear broth version.

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