Tom Yum Soup

Aside from being one of the most popular soups in Thailand, Tom Yum Soup has many health benefits, due its potent combination of herbs and spices. In fact, this Thai soup appears to have immune-boosting power as a natural remedy for cold and flu viruses.

Here is our version, perfect for a protein packed healthy tasty meal. (Ingredients can be found in most Asian supermarkets or in the Asian cuisine section of larger grocery stores.)

What you need:

• 6 cups organic chicken/beef or vegetable stock
• 2 tbsp. frozen prepared lemongrass
• 3-4 lime leaves
• 3-4 cloves garlic minced
• 1 thumb-size piece of ginger
• 3 tbsp. fish sauce or 4 tbsp. soy sauce (use wheat-free soy sauce for gluten-free diets)
• 1 tbsp. fresh lime juice
• 1 fresh red chili, or ½ tsp. dried crushed chili vegetables of your choice (mushrooms, cauliflower, bok choy, broccoli)
• 30 shrimp or 3 chicken breasts (cooked)
• ½ can coconut milk
• ½ cup fresh basil and/or ½ cup fresh coriander (cilantro)

What you do:

1. Combine first 4 ingredients together and let boil.
2. Bring the heat to low-medium and add everything except the last 3 ingredients.
3. Simmer for 15 minutes or so (until the vegetables are cooked to your liking).
4. Add coconut milk and your meat.
5. Let cook another 3-5 minutes (until it lightly bubbles again).
6. For final touch top off with cilantro or basil when serving in bowls.

Makes 2 servings.


Nutrient breakdown per serving:

• Calories: 261
• Fat: 12
• Carbs: 8
• Protein: 32
• Fiber: 3

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