Gaeng Som

Ingredients - Serves 4

• Vegetables (cabbage, green beans, etc.) - 2 cups, chopped
• Salt - 1 teaspoon
• Turmeric - 1 teaspoon
• Garlic - 3 cloves
• Shallots - 3, peeled
• Thai bird chilies - 5-10, depending on your spice preference
• Water - 4 cups
• Palm sugar - 1 tablespoon
• Fish sauce - 2 tablespoons
• Tamarind paste - 2 tablespoons
• Shrimp - 500 grams

Let's Get Started

1. Blend the chilies, shallots, garlic, turmeric, and salt together in a food processor until it forms a paste.
2. Bring the water to a boil in a large pot.
3. Add the paste to the pot and stir well.
4. Add the tamarind paste, fish sauce, and palm sugar to the pot. Stir until everything is well combined.
5. Add the shrimp and vegetables to the pot. Cook for about 10-15 minutes, or until the shrimp is cooked through and the vegetables are tender.
6. Taste and adjust the seasoning if necessary. The soup should be sour, spicy, and slightly sweet.
7. Serve the curry hot with a side of steamed rice.

Dietary Info

• Dish Type: Main Course
• Prep Time: 20 minutes
• Cook Time: 30 minutes
• Calories: 250
• Fat: 10g
• Carbs: 20g
• Protein: 15g
• Sodium: 800mg
• Sugar: 5g