Tom Yum Pork Soup
A spicy and sour Thai soup made with pork, lemongrass, and mushrooms. Serve hot with steamed rice for a flavorful and comforting meal.
Ingredients
- β1 pound Pork shoulder, slicedCut into bite-sized pieces
- β2 stalks Lemongrass, bruisedUse the white and light green parts
- β1 cup Mushrooms, slicedButton or cremini work well
- β2 tablespoons Tom Yum soup pasteFind in most Asian grocery stores
- β1 tablespoon Fish sauceUse a dark, high-quality sauce
- β1 tablespoon SugarAdjust to taste
- β2 tablespoons Lime juiceFreshly squeezed
- β2 tablespoons Vegetable oilFor sautΓ©ing
- β1/4 cup Thai basil, choppedUse fresh or dried
- β2 Red chili peppers, slicedUse more or less to taste
Instructions
- 1
Heat oil in a large pot over medium-high heat. Add pork and cook until browned, about 5 minutes.
- 2
Add lemongrass, mushrooms, and soup paste. Cook for 1-2 minutes, until fragrant.
- 3
Pour in water and bring to a boil. Reduce heat to medium-low and simmer for 10-15 minutes.
- 4
Stir in fish sauce, sugar, and lime juice. Season with salt to taste.
- 5
Add Thai basil and red chili peppers. Simmer for an additional 2-3 minutes.
- 6
Taste and adjust seasoning as needed.
- 7
Serve hot, garnished with additional Thai basil and red chili peppers if desired.