Spicy and Tangy Thai Hot and Sour Soup

This recipe will guide you to make a flavorful and authentic Thai hot and sour soup. Packed with a perfect blend of spicy and tangy flavors, this soup is sure to warm you up on a cold day. Made with a combination of aromatic Thai herbs and spices, fresh vegetables, and either shrimp or tofu, this soup is a delicious and healthy option for an appetizer or a light meal. Make it at home and enjoy the taste of Thailand!

Ingredients

• 2 cups shrimp or tofu, peeled and deveined
• 4 cups chicken or vegetable broth
• 2 tablespoons fish sauce
• 2 tablespoons lime juice
• 1 tablespoon soy sauce
• 2 teaspoons brown sugar
• 1 teaspoon chili paste
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 inch piece ginger, grated
• 1 lemongrass stalk, sliced
• 1 cup mushrooms, sliced
• 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
• 1/2 cup bamboo shoots, sliced
• 1/4 cup cilantro, chopped
• 2 green onions, sliced
• 1 red chili, sliced
• Salt, to taste
• Black pepper, to taste

Directions

1. In a large pot, heat some oil over medium-high heat. Add the minced garlic, grated ginger, and sliced lemongrass. Cook for a minute or until fragrant.
2. Add the mushrooms, cherry tomatoes, and bamboo shoots. Cook for another few minutes until the vegetables are slightly tender.
3. Pour in the chicken or vegetable broth and bring it to a boil. Reduce the heat and let it simmer for 10 minutes.
4. Add the shrimp or tofu to the pot and cook until they are cooked through.
5. In a small bowl, whisk together the fish sauce, lime juice, soy sauce, brown sugar, and chili paste. Pour the mixture into the soup and stir well.
6. Taste the soup and adjust the seasoning with salt and black pepper, if needed.
7. Remove the pot from the heat and garnish with chopped cilantro, sliced green onions, and sliced red chili.
8. Serve the hot and sour soup in bowls and enjoy!

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