Spicy and Flavorful Vegetable Tom Yum Soup Recipe

This vegetable Tom Yum soup is a classic Thai dish that is known for its bold flavors and spicy kick. Made with a combination of fresh vegetables, herbs, and fragrant spices, this soup is not only delicious but also packed with nutrients. It is a perfect dish to warm up on a cold day or to enjoy anytime you crave a bowl of comforting soup. With this recipe, you can easily recreate this popular Thai soup in the comfort of your own kitchen.

Ingredients

• 4 cups vegetable broth
• 1 lemongrass stalk, thinly sliced
• 4-5 kaffir lime leaves
• 2-3 Thai bird's eye chilies, sliced
• 1 medium-sized onion, sliced
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 carrot, julienned
• 1 red bell pepper, thinly sliced
• 1 cup mushrooms (button or shiitake), sliced
• 1 cup tofu, cubed
• 2 tablespoons soy sauce
• 2 tablespoons lime juice
• 1 tablespoon tamarind paste
• 1 tablespoon brown sugar
• Salt, to taste
• Fresh cilantro leaves, for garnish

Directions

1. In a large pot, bring the vegetable broth to a boil.
2. Add lemongrass, kaffir lime leaves, and Thai bird's eye chilies to the boiling broth. Let it simmer for 5 minutes to infuse the flavors.
3. Add sliced onion, minced garlic, carrot, red bell pepper, mushrooms, and tofu to the pot. Cook for 8-10 minutes or until the vegetables are tender.
4. In a small bowl, mix soy sauce, lime juice, tamarind paste, brown sugar, and salt. Stir well to combine.
5. Pour the sauce into the pot and stir to coat the vegetables. Let it simmer for another 2-3 minutes.
6. Taste the soup and adjust the seasoning according to your preference. Add more salt or sugar if desired.
7. Remove the pot from heat and discard the lemongrass stalk and kaffir lime leaves.
8. Serve the vegetable Tom Yum soup hot, garnished with fresh cilantro leaves.
9. Enjoy this flavorful and aromatic Thai soup!

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