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    Tom yum or tom yam is a family of hot and sour Thai soups. The strong, hot, and sour flavors make it very popular in Thai cuisine. The name "tom yam" is composed of two words Thai language words. "Tom" refers to the boiling process, while "Yam" means mixed. Historian Giles Milton contends that the origins of "Tom Yum" can be traced back to India, where there is a variation of hot and sour shrimp soup known as "sour praw… See more

    Preparation

    The soup base depends on the exact sub-type but is generally water, coconut milk, or chicken or other broth.
    Various aromatic ingredients are sliced, roughly pounded, and simmered to extract their flavor… See more

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    • Tom yam nam sai (Thai: ต้มยำน้ำใส), clear broth tom yam soup
    • Tom yam nam khon (Thai: ต้มยำน้ำข้น) is a more recent variation from the 1980s. common with prawns as a main ingredient, evaporate… See more

    Other spicy and sour soups

    Less well known outside Thailand is tom khlong (ต้มโคล้ง), a spicy sour soup where the sourness does not derive from lime juice but through the use of tamarind. Tom som (Thai: ต้มส้ม) are soups that are also very simila… See more

    Outside Thailand

    Tom yum, locally spelled as tomyam, is very well-received among Malaysians since its introduction around the 1980s. The cuisine is now considered a must-have on most restaurant menus in Malaysia, especially t… See more

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  1. Tom yum or tom yam (UK: / ˌtɒmˈjæm, - ˈjʌm /, US: /- ˈjɑːm /; [ 3 ] Thai: ต้มยำ, RTGS:tom yam [tôm jām] ⓘ) is a family of hot and sour Thai soups. The strong, hot, and sour flavors make it very popular in Thai cuisine. [ 4 ] The name "tom yam" is composed of two Thai words. Tom refers to the boiling process, while yam means 'mixed'.

    Tom yum - Wikipedia

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    Tom yum or tom yam is a type of hot and sour Thai soup, usually cooked with shrimp (prawn). Tom yum has its origin in Thailand. In recent years,tom yam has been popularised around the world. The words “tom yam” are derived from two Thai words. Tom refers to the boiling process, while yam refers to a Thai spicy and sour salad.

    Tom yum or tom yam - The Spice Chica™

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    Tom yum is a Thai soup with shrimp and a broth that features salty, sour, sweet, and spicy flavors. “Tom” translates to “boiled” and “yum” translates to “medley,” which refers to the soup’s dressing.

    Tom Yum Soup Recipe (Traditional Thai) …

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    The words “tom yum” are derived from two Thai words: “tom” and “yam”. “Tom” refers to boiling process, while “yam” refers to a kind of Lao and Thai spicy and sour salad. Thus, “tom yum” is a Lao and Thai hot and sour soup and is indeed the most famous Thai soup.

    Tom Yum Goong - Bangkok - tasteofthail…

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    The name “Tom Yum” translates to “boiling” and “spicy.” The name “Tom Yum” comes from the Thai words “tom” meaning boiling and “yum” meaning spicy, which perfectly describes the spicy and hot nature of this soup.

    18 Facts About Tom Yum

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    What is Tom Yum?
    Tom Yum is a spicy and sour soup that is made with lemongrass, galangal, lime leaves, lime juice, and fish sauce. It also usually has mushrooms and different herbs. And for meat, the most popular one is with shrimp ( กุ้ง / gûng ), but you can also find it with pork or chicken. You might be wondering what Tom Yum means.

    What Does Tom Yum Mean? ต้มยำ | Thai With Grace

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    What does Tom Yum mean in Thai?
    The name Tom Yum is derived from two Thai words… Tom refers to boiling. Yum refers to the spicy and sour flavor combination. There are many variations of Tom Yum Soup in Thailand. Yet this classic recipe, and most popular version, is sometimes called Tom Yum Goong or Tom Yum Kung … AKA Thai Hot and Sour Soup.

    Tom Yum Soup Recipe - A Spicy Perspective

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    What is Tom yum soup?
    Regardless of its origins, Tom Yum soup quickly became a staple in Thai cuisine and spread throughout the country. Today, there are many different variations of Tom Yum soup, each with its own unique flavor profile. Some versions are made with seafood such as shrimp, squid, or fish, while others are made with chicken or mushrooms.

    A Brief History of Tom Yum Soup in Thailand - Thai Ginger

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    What does Tom Yum Moo mean in Thai?
    กุ้ง ( gûng) Gung is the Thai word for shrimp. If you see Tom Yum Gai ( ต้มยำไก่) it is chicken Tom Yum. ไก่ ( gài) Gai is the Thai word for chicken. And finally, Tom Yum Moo ( ต้มยำหมู) is Pork Tom Yum. หมู ( mŏo) Moo is the Thai word for pork.

    What Does Tom Yum Mean? ต้มยำ | Thai With Grace

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    Where did Tom yum soup come from?
    Read on and we’ll walk you through a brief background on one of our favorite Thai dishes. The origin of Tom Yum soup is somewhat unclear, but it is widely believed to have originated in central Thailand. The popular soup option was traditionally made with freshwater shrimp, which were abundant in the rivers and streams of central Thailand.

    A Brief History of Tom Yum Soup in Thailand - Thai Ginger

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    What does Tom yum gung mean?
    ต้ม (dtôm) means to boil, to be boiled. ยำ (yam) means to mix, to blend. Very commonly, you’ll see Tom Yum Gung (or sometimes spelled Tom Yam Goong) ต้มยำกุ้ง. Tom Yum Goong is shrimp Tom Yum. กุ้ง ( gûng) Gung is the Thai word for shrimp. If you see Tom Yum Gai ( ต้มยำไก่) it is chicken Tom Yum.

    What Does Tom Yum Mean? ต้มยำ | Thai With Grace

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    Thai Soups Explained: Tom Kha, Tom Yum, Tom Kloang and Tom …

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    What Does Tom Yum Mean? ต้มยำ - Thai With Grace

    May 25, 2023 · Tom Yum is a spicy and sour soup with lemongrass, galangal, lime leaves, lime juice, and fish sauce. It can have shrimp, pork, chicken, or vermicelli pasta. Learn how to say Tom Yum in Thai and what other kinds of …

  5. Hot Thai Kitchen
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    Tom Yum Soup (Tom Yum Goong) Recipe - Hot Thai Kitchen

  6. thecookingfacts.com
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    What Does Tom Yum Mean In Thai? - The Cooking Facts

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    A Brief History of Tom Yum Soup in Thailand - Thai …

    Jul 10, 2023 · Tom Yum soup is a beloved dish of Thai cuisine that is known for its bold and spicy flavors. The soup has a rich history that dates back centuries. It has evolved over time to become the delicious and popular dish that it is today.

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    Tom yum | Traditional Seafood Soup From Thailand

    Tom Yum is one of the best known Thai dishes, a spicy, sour, and aromatic soup that is traditionally served with rice. It consists of shallots, lemongrass, fish sauce, minced fresh ginger or galangal, shrimps, mushrooms, kaffir lime leaves, lime …

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    Tom Yum Soup (Thai soup) - RecipeTin Eats

    Sep 30, 2019 · Tom Yum soup – everybody’s favourite Thai soup is finally here! Choose from the classic clear Tom Yum Goong, or make the creamy Tom Yum version – both are made with the same broth. Simple to make using whole …

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    Tom Yum - Traditional Southeast Asian Recipe - 196 …

    Mar 18, 2021 · What is tom yum? Tom yum is a traditional soup from Thailand that can be found on the menu in several Asian restaurants. This is a hot and sour shrimp soup that is served hot, and is usually eaten for lunch. It’s …

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    Tom Yum Soup Recipe - A Spicy Perspective

    Apr 26, 2024 · What Does Tom Yum Mean? The name Tom Yum is derived from two Thai words… Tom refers to boiling. Yum refers to the spicy and sour flavor combination. There are many variations of Tom Yum Soup in Thailand. Yet …