Tom Yum Noodle Soup Recipe

Ingredients with Measurements:
- 8 cups of chicken broth
- 2 stalks of lemongrass, bruised
- 3 kaffir lime leaves
- 1-inch piece of galangal, sliced
- 3 cloves of garlic, minced
- 1 small onion, sliced
- 1 red chili, sliced
- 1 tablespoon of fish sauce
- 1 tablespoon of lime juice
- 1 tablespoon of sugar
- 1 cup of sliced mushrooms
- 1 cup of cooked shrimp
- 1 package of rice noodles
- 1/4 cup of chopped cilantro

Special equipment needed:
- Large pot
- Strainer

Step-by-step instructions:

1. In a large pot, bring chicken broth to a boil.

2. Add lemongrass, kaffir lime leaves, galangal, garlic, onion, and red chili to the pot. Let it simmer for 10 minutes.

3. Add fish sauce, lime juice, and sugar to the pot. Stir well.

4. Add sliced mushrooms and cooked shrimp to the pot. Let it simmer for 5 minutes.

5. Cook rice noodles according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.

6. To serve, place a portion of rice noodles in a bowl. Ladle the soup over the noodles.

7. Garnish with chopped cilantro.


Time:
Preparation time: 15 minutes
Cooking time: 20 minutes
Temperature:
Simmer
Serving size:
4 servings

Nutritional information:
Calories: 250
Fat: 3g
Protein: 20g
Carbohydrates: 35g
Fiber: 2g
Sodium: 800mg

Substitutions for ingredients:
- Chicken broth can be substituted with vegetable broth or water.
- Shrimp can be substituted with chicken or tofu.

Variations:
- Add more vegetables such as bok choy, carrots, or bell peppers.
- Use different types of noodles such as egg noodles or udon noodles.

Tips and tricks:
- Bruise the lemongrass by hitting it with the back of a knife to release its flavor.
- Remove the lemongrass, kaffir lime leaves, and galangal before serving.
- Adjust the amount of chili according to your preference.

Storage instructions:
Store the soup in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

Reheating instructions:
Reheat the soup in a pot over medium heat until it is heated through.

Presentation ideas:
Serve the soup in a bowl with a spoon and chopsticks.

Garnishes:
- Chopped cilantro
- Sliced red chili
- Lime wedges

Pairings:
- Thai iced tea
- Steamed rice

Suggested side dishes:
- Spring rolls
- Thai papaya salad

Troubleshooting advice:
- If the soup is too spicy, add more sugar or lime juice to balance the flavors.
- If the soup is too sour, add more sugar to balance the flavors.

Food safety advice:
- Make sure the shrimp is cooked thoroughly before adding it to the soup.
- Store the soup in the refrigerator within 2 hours of cooking.

Food history:
Tom Yum Noodle Soup is a popular Thai dish that originated in central Thailand. It is a variation of Tom Yum soup, which is a spicy and sour soup made with lemongrass, kaffir lime leaves, galangal, chili, and lime juice.

Flavor profiles:
Tom Yum Noodle Soup is a spicy and sour soup with a hint of sweetness. It has a complex flavor profile due to the combination of lemongrass, kaffir lime leaves, galangal, chili, and lime juice.

Serving suggestions:
Serve the soup hot with a side of steamed rice or spring rolls.

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Region: Thai

Taste: Spicy, Sour, Savory, Tangy, Aromatic