Description
Warm your soul with a bowl of Tom Yum Noodles Soup, a delightful Thai dish that beautifully balances spicy, sour, and savory flavors. This comforting recipe combines chewy rice noodles, aromatic herbs, and your choice of protein to create a cozy meal perfect for any occasion, from casual dinners to festive gatherings. With its vibrant colors and enticing aromas, this soup is sure to impress your family and friends while delivering a taste of Thailand right in your kitchen.
Ingredients
- 200g flat rice noodles
- 200g thinly sliced chicken or cubed tofu
- 2 stalks fresh lemongrass, chopped
- 4 kaffir lime leaves
- 2 Thai Bird's Eye chilies (adjust to taste)
- 3 tbsp fish sauce
- Juice of 1 lime
- 1 cup cilantro, chopped (for garnish)
- 1 cup green onions, sliced (for garnish)
- 1 cup mushrooms (shiitake or enoki), optional
Instructions
- Prepare all ingredients by chopping them into bite-sized pieces for easy cooking.
- In a large pot over medium heat, warm oil and sauté minced garlic and sliced shallots until fragrant, about 2 minutes.
- Add 4 cups of chicken or vegetable broth along with lemongrass and kaffir lime leaves. Bring to a gentle simmer.
- Incorporate the sliced chicken or tofu and rice noodles into the pot once the broth is bubbling. Cook until tender, approximately 5 minutes.
- Stir in fish sauce and lime juice just before serving. Taste-test for balance and adjust spices as needed. Serve hot garnished with cilantro and green onions.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: Thai
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (350g)
- Calories: 390
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 950mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 60mg
Keywords: For an extra kick, feel free to add more Bird's Eye chilies or experiment with different proteins like shrimp. Consider adding vegetables such as bell peppers or carrots for added nutrition. Always zest your lime just before serving for maximum freshness.