If there is one thing I can do well, then its cooking! Not typing at a lightning speed, not writing, not some sales jobs, but cooking. I learned to cook from a very young age. I think that’s a pretty common thing here in Asia. Young girls are thought home making skills from young age. But for me, instead of it becoming a ‘chore’, I discovered a passion for cuisine. And I’m quite handy with Italian, Filipino, some Chinese and Cambodian-Vietnamese kitchen fares.
Right now though I’m really obsessing about Thai food. I love it!!!! I have it at least twice a week. I like discovering Thai restaurants and being surprised by the spices they use as well as the colorful presentation of each meal. But among famous Thai food, my runaway favorite would be – Tom Yum Goong or the Spicy Shrimp Soup. I guess I just have to learn it that way, I could have it anytime I’m craving it.
A little background on this dish that is one of the most famous of Asian cuisines…Tom Yum Goong is a hot and sour soup usually made with prawns (my favorite!), fish, chicken or mixed seafoods. It makes generous use of fragrant herbs and spices like lemon grass, lime, chili and cilantro. Another version adds a little twist – coconut milk for a creamy texture.
I found several videos on Youtube featuring how to make this recipe..
Video from ThaiFoodCooking:
And another video from PailinsKitchen:
If you prefer following something written down and with photos, take a look at ThaiTable.
