Tom Yum Goong (Spicy Shrimp Soup)
Classic Thai hot and sour soup with shrimp, mushrooms, and aromatic herbs. Extremely low in calories, high in protein - perfect for weight loss.
🔥80 Calories
💪14g Protein
⏱️25 min
👨🍳Easy
Ingredients
- 1200 g Fresh shrimp
- 2100 g Straw mushrooms
- 3500 ml Broth
- 42 stalks Lemongrass, bruised
- 55 slices Galangal, sliced
- 65 leaves Kaffir lime leaves
- 710 pieces Thai chilies
- 82 tbsp Fish sauce
- 93 tbsp Lime juice
- 101 tbsp Roasted chili paste
- 112 stalks Cilantro
Instructions
- 1
Bring broth to boil, add lemongrass, galangal, and kaffir lime leaves
- 2
Simmer until fragrant, about 5 minutes
- 3
Add mushrooms and cook until soft
- 4
Add shrimp and cook until they turn pink
- 5
Remove from heat, season with fish sauce, lime juice, and chili paste
- 6
Add crushed chilies, garnish with cilantro, serve immediately
💡Tips
- •Add lime juice after removing from heat for fresh sour taste
- •Add coconut milk for creamy Tom Yum version
- •Use mixed mushrooms for extra fiber
- •Skip sugar - it tastes great without it
Frequently Asked Questions
How many calories in Tom Yum Goong?
Clear Tom Yum soup has only about 70-80 calories per bowl with 14g of protein.
Is Tom Yum good for weight loss?
Excellent choice - very low calories, high protein, and spiciness boosts metabolism. Avoid the creamy version.