Description
Low FODMAP Tom Yum Soup – a lighter Thai soup layered with all kinds of flavor.
Ingredients
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Soup
- 8 cups low FODMAP chicken broth
- 1 stalk fresh lemongrass
- 3 kaffir lime leaves
- 1–4 smashed bird’s eye (or serrano) chilies
- 4 slices galangal
- 2 Tbsp. fish sauce
- 1 lb. chicken breast, sliced
- 2 cups chopped bok choy
- 1 lime, juice of
- ½ tsp. sugar, optional
Optional Garnishes
- Cilantro, chopped
- Chives, chopped
- Red pepper flakes
- Cooked rice
Instructions
- Heat broth, lemongrass, kaffir limes, chilies, galangal, and fish sauce in a soup pot over medium-high heat. Once hot, add chicken and bok choy. Bring to a boil, reduce heat and cook 8-10 minutes, until chicken is done.
- Stir in lime juice and sugar. Remove lemongrass, kaffir limes, chilies, and galangal.
- Top with optional garnishes and serve warm with cooked rice.
Notes
Chili Peppers: Although low in FODMAPs, chili peppers naturally contain a compound called capsaicin which gives them their spiciness. Capsaicin may trigger heartburn or abdominal pain in some individuals.
- Prep Time: 5 mins
- Cook Time: 15 mins
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stove
- Cuisine: Thai