Tom yum goong (ต้มยำกุ้ง), is a typical Thai soup that is considered one of the three major soups in the world. It is characterized by the flavor of shrimp and seafood, the aroma of herbs and spices, and the richness of coconut milk.
The word "tom" in "Tom yum goong" means "boil," "yam" means "mix," and "goong" means "shrimp" in Thai. The literal translation is "boiled and mixed soup with shrimp."
Tom yum goong contains the following ingredients and spices: chili pepper, tamarind, manao (Mexican lime), lemongrass, kaffir lime leaves, fish sauce, lime, coconut milk, garlic, and onion.
Tom Yum Kung is a soup with a distinctive Thai taste and flavor.