From-Scratch Tom Yum with Shrimp
From-Scratch Tom Yum with Shrimp balances a tangy lime brightness with fragrant lemongrass and a gentle chile heat, all wrapped around a rich, shrimp-forward broth. Earthy mushrooms and fresh scallions add depth and freshness, while fish sauce and a touch of sugar round the flavors. Serve it steaming hot for a light dinner or as a lively starter when you crave bold, citrusy comfort.
- Prep20 mins
- Cook30 mins
- Serves6
- DifficultyMedium
easyChef Pro health score
Calculated from USDA-referenced nutrient data for the ingredients in From-Scratch Tom Yum with Shrimp, not estimated by an AI model. The same recipe returns the same score every time.
- Glycemic ImpactFair
- 49 / 100
- Carb quality, not quantity. Higher is better.
- Nutritional DensityPoor
- 8 / 100
- Nutrients per calorie. Higher is better.
- Energy DensityGood
- 100 / 100
- Calories by weight. Higher means more food for fewer calories.
- NOVA Processed Culinary Ingredients
- 2 / 4
- Processing level, 1 (whole) to 4 (ultra-processed). Lower is better.
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- 33
- Heart Health
- 55
- Metabolic
- 28
- Digestive
- 32
- Inflammatory
- 57
- Performance
- 48
- General Wellness
- 1
Assemble all the ingredients.
- 2
In a large pot over medium-high heat, combine vegetable broth and shrimp. Bring to a gentle boil for 10 minutes, then reduce the heat and let it simmer for 10 minutes.
- 3
Take the shrimp out of the broth; remove and discard the shells. Set the cooked shrimp aside.
- 4
Stir lime juice and pulp, chile peppers, lemongrass, ginger, tom yum paste, fish sauce, sugar, and chile sauce into the broth; cook for 10 minutes.
- 5
Using a slotted spoon, remove and discard the chile peppers, lemongrass, and ginger slices. Return the cooked shrimp to the broth and take the pot off the heat.
- 6
Ladle the soup into bowls. Garnish with mushrooms and green onions on top.
- Calories 163.31 kcal Moderate 8%
- Protein 18.17 g Good Source 36%
- Carbohydrate 18.36 g 7%
- Total Fat 2.56 g Low Source 3%
- Saturated Fat 0.58 g Low Source 3%
- Trans Fat 0.0 g Low Source 0%
- Cholesterol 99.9 mg High 33%
- Sodium 1180.53 mg High 51%
- Dietary Fiber 3.23 g Moderate 12%
- Total Sugars 5.79 g --
- Added Sugars 1.92 g Low Source 4%
- Calcium 105.06 mg Low Source 8%
- Iron 0.86 mg Low Source 5%
- Potassium 310.81 mg Low Source 7%
- Vitamin A 186.57 mcg Good Source 21%
- Vitamin C 16.73 mg Moderate 19%
- Vitamin D 0.1 mcg Low Source 1%
Values are per serving. Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet.
- Citrus 🍊
- Shellfish 🦐
- Fish 🐟
- Onions 🧅
About This Recipe
From Scratch Tom Yum with Shrimp is made with 11 ingredients and serves 6. It takes about 50 mins and is rated medium. Key ingredients include Chili Sauce, Fish Sauce, Fresh Ginger, and Green Onion. Each serving provides about 163.31 kcal, and is a good source of protein.
Recipe Questions
- What is From-Scratch Tom Yum with Shrimp made of?
- The main ingredients are Chili Sauce, Fish Sauce, Fresh Ginger, Green Onion, Large Shrimp. The full list of 11 is above.
- How long does it take to make From-Scratch Tom Yum with Shrimp?
- About 50 mins in total: 20 mins to prepare and 30 mins to cook.
- How many calories are in one serving?
- One serving provides about 163.31 kcal. The full nutrition breakdown is above.
- Is From-Scratch Tom Yum with Shrimp easy to make?
- This recipe is rated medium, with 11 ingredients and 6 steps.
- Is From-Scratch Tom Yum with Shrimp healthy?
- From-Scratch Tom Yum with Shrimp has an easyChef Pro health score of 49/100. Per serving, it provides 163.31 calories and 18.17 g of protein, or 36% of the Daily Value. It is a good source of vitamin A. Worth noting per serving: sodium at 1180.53 mg (51% of the Daily Value). It contains Citrus, Shellfish, Fish and Onions, so it may not be suitable for people with those allergies or dietary restrictions. Whether it fits your goals depends on your complete meal plan and nutritional needs. Remix it in easyChef Pro to adjust the ingredients and generate fresh nutrition and scores.
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