tom yum kung
🇹🇭 A dish from Thailand
Tom yum kung, or Tom yum goong, is the Thai spicy and sour shrimp soup—a variant of Tom yum, combined with many of Thailand's key herbal and seasoning ingredients, often served with a side of steamed rice, sometimes with a dollop of chili paste and a splash of lime juice, enhancing its spicy and tangy profile. Presently, there are two profiles of Tom yum kung recipes: Tom yum kung nam khon—a creamy broth with mellow and smooth flavor, and Tom yum kung nam sai—a clear broth with a stronger flavor.
What gives it away
| 🥘Main ingredients | shrimp, lemongrass, galangal, kaffir lime leaves, chili paste, lime juice, fish sauce |
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| 🔥Cooking method | simmered broth, clear or creamy |
| 👅Flavour & style | hot, sour and aromatic |
| 🕒When it’s eaten | served hot as a soup, often with steamed rice |
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Frequently asked questions
Where does tom yum kung come from?
tom yum kung is a dish that originated in Thailand.
What is tom yum kung?
Tom yum kung, or Tom yum goong, is the Thai spicy and sour shrimp soup—a variant of Tom yum, combined with many of Thailand's key herbal and seasoning ingredients, often served with a side of steamed rice, sometimes with a dollop of chili paste and a splash of lime juice, enhancing its spicy and tangy profile. Presently, there are two profiles of Tom yum kung recipes: Tom yum kung nam khon—a creamy broth with mellow and smooth flavor, and Tom yum kung nam sai—a clear broth with a stronger flavor.