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            Tom Yum Kung
           Bring the stock to a boil over medium heat. Add the garlic, lime leaves,           galangal, fish sauce, lemon grass, and shallots, then the mushrooms and           chilli peppers, if using. Simmer for 2 minutes. Add the shrimp and reheat           to boiling. Cook until the shrimps are pink, opaque, and firm but no            longer than 1 minute. When the shrimps are cooked, place the lime juice                       and chilli paste in a serving bowl. Pour the soup into the bowl, stir, and             garnish with cilantro leaves