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Thai Spicy & Sour Beef Tom Yum

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A bold and aromatic Thai soup with tender beef slices, mushrooms, and lemongrass in a rich, spicy, and tangy Tom Yum broth.

Ingredients

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  • 200g thinly sliced beef
  • 3 cups water or chicken broth
  • 1 stalk lemongrass, smashed
  • 3 kaffir lime leaves
  • 1 small piece galangal, sliced
  • 1 cup mixed mushrooms
  • 1 small onion, sliced
  • 2 tbsp Thai chili paste (Nam Prik Pao)
  • 2 tbsp fish sauce
  • 1 tbsp lime juice
  • 2–3 Thai chilies, crushed
  • 1 tsp sugar
  • Lime slices, for garnish

Instructions

  1. In a pot, bring the water or chicken broth to a boil. Add lemongrass, galangal, and kaffir lime leaves. Simmer for 3–4 minutes to infuse the flavors.
  2. Add the sliced onion and mixed mushrooms. Continue to simmer for 5 minutes until vegetables are tender.
  3. Stir in Thai chili paste, fish sauce, lime juice, crushed Thai chilies, and sugar. Mix well and adjust to taste.
  4. Add the thinly sliced beef and simmer for 2–3 minutes, or until beef is just cooked through.
  5. Check seasoning and adjust fish sauce, lime juice, or chili for desired flavor balance.
  6. Serve hot, garnished with lime slices.

Notes

  • Use tender cuts like sirloin or flank for best results.
  • Substitute fish sauce with soy sauce for a less pungent option.
  • Serve with steamed jasmine rice for a complete meal.

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