Tom Yam Goong
Tom Yam soup
This is the ambassador of Thai food and is known throughout the world. Tom Yam Goong is a mix of hot, sweet, sour and spicy flavors along with tangy lemongrass and tender shrimp. It is the original Thai dining experience.
With an exotic mix of ingredients, including light chicken stock, mushrooms, tomatoes, galangal, cilantro, kaffir and of course the lemon grass and shrimp, Tom Yam is a perfect balance of flavor.
Often, this soup is made spicy, but with each mouthful it is sure to be delicately offset with salty and sour tones, making each spoonful a pleasure to behold.
Spicy? Yes
Where to Buy: Street vendors, restaurants
Price: 80-150 Baht
Eat With: Steamed rice
Top Tip: If you want to eat in truly Thai fashion, ask for “Tom yam Goong moh fai”, and you’ll receive your Tom Yam still simmering on a portable stove. It’s a great way to personalize this dish!
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