Low Fat Tom Yam Soup
Indulge in the bold, aromatic flavors of this Low Fat Tom Yam Soup, a guilt-free twist on the classic Thai favorite. Bursting with fresh ingredients like lemongrass, kaffir lime leaves, and galangal, this soup delivers authentic taste while staying light on calories. Juicy shrimp, cherry tomatoes, and button mushrooms bring texture and heartiness, while a balance of lime juice, fish sauce, and a touch of palm sugar creates the signature tangy, savory, and slightly sweet profile. Ready in just 30 minutes, this low-sodium, protein-packed recipe is perfect for a quick, healthy meal that doesn’t skimp on taste. Serve it hot, garnished with fresh cilantro, and let your taste buds take a trip to Thailand from the comfort of your kitchen!
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Ingredients
- 6 cups Low-sodium chicken broth
- 2 Lemongrass stalks, trimmed and bruised
- 5 Kaffir lime leaves, torn
- 1 inch piece Galangal, sliced thinly
- 3 pieces Thai bird's eye chilies, sliced
- 10 pieces Cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 cup Button mushrooms, quartered
- 12 pieces Shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 3 tablespoons Fresh lime juice
- 2 tablespoons Fish sauce (or low-sodium soy sauce for a lower sodium option)
- 1 teaspoon Palm sugar (or brown sugar)
- 2 tablespoons Fresh cilantro leaves, chopped
Directions
Step 1
In a large pot, bring the low-sodium chicken broth to a gentle boil over medium heat.
Step 2
Add the bruised lemongrass stalks, torn kaffir lime leaves, galangal slices, and Thai chilies to the pot. Simmer for 5-7 minutes to infuse the broth with flavor.
Step 3
Add the cherry tomatoes and button mushrooms to the pot and continue simmering for another 5 minutes until slightly softened.
Step 4
Add the shrimp and cook for 3-4 minutes, or until the shrimp turn pink and are cooked through.
Step 5
Stir in the lime juice, fish sauce, and palm sugar. Adjust seasoning to taste, balancing the sour, salty, and sweet flavors.
Step 6
Ladle the soup into bowls, discarding the lemongrass and lime leaves if desired.
Step 7
Garnish with fresh cilantro leaves and serve immediately.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (2063.5g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 410.3 |
| Total Fat 6.0g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 0.7g | 0% |
| Cholesterol 351.5mg | 0% |
| Sodium 3590.1mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 31.9g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 4.6g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 18.1g | |
| Protein 68.6g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 16.7IU | 0% |
| Calcium 120.6mg | 0% |
| Iron 4.4mg | 0% |
| Potassium 1647.7mg | 0% |
Source of Calories