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15-Min Tom Yum Fish Soup

A vibrant, aromatic Thai seafood soup built on tom yum paste and lime. Shrimp or white fish simmers in broth with mushrooms, finished with a squeeze of fresh lime and cilantro.

Total time
15 min
Servings
2
Calories
145
Protein
18g
15-Min Tom Yum Fish Soup
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1

    Heat stock in a pot over medium-high heat until steaming, about 2 minutes.

  2. Step 2

    Whisk in tom yum paste until fully dissolved. Add mushrooms and simmer 3 minutes.

  3. Step 3

    Add shrimp or fish, stirring gently. Simmer until shrimp is pink or fish flakes easily, about 3–4 minutes.

  4. Step 4

    Stir in fish sauce and lime juice. Taste and adjust lime or fish sauce to preference.

  5. Step 5

    Ladle into bowls and scatter cilantro and scallion on top. Serve immediately.

Tools you’ll need

  • large pot (2-3 quart)
  • whisk
  • spoon
  • ladle
  • cutting board and knife

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