
Vegan Shiitake Tom Kha Soup
Warm your soul with this incredibly easy and quick Tom Kha soup! This creamy, spicy, and tangy delight, bursting with the goodness of shiitake mushrooms and tofu, is ready in a flash. The fresh lime and coriander add a vibrant zing, making it an irresistible bowl of comfort.
Ingredients
red onion0.5 whole
ginger5 gabout 1 cm slice
shiitake mushrooms100 g
vegetable stock300 ml
coconut milk200 mlcanned
soy sauce1 tbsp
lime0.5 whole
firm tofu200 g
extra virgin olive oil1 tbsp
fresh coriander20 g
red curry paste0.5 tbsp
chilli oil1 tbsp
Instructions
Chef's Tips
For an even richer flavour, lightly toast the red curry paste in the pot for 30 seconds before adding the liquids.
If you prefer a thicker soup, you can mash a few pieces of tofu or mushrooms against the side of the pot during simmering.
Prepare Aromatics
Peel and finely slice the red onion into julienne strips. Then finely chop the fresh ginger.
Sauté Aromatics
Add the extra virgin olive oil to a pot over medium heat. Add the sliced red onion and chopped ginger, cooking gently for a few minutes until they begin to soften.
Cook Mushrooms and Tofu
Slice the shiitake mushrooms into strips. Add the sliced mushrooms and the firm tofu, cut into cubes, to the pot. Cook until the mushrooms are well toasted and browned.
Add Liquids, Flavourings and Simmer the Soup
Pour in the vegetable stock and coconut milk. Stir in the curry paste, soy sauce, the zest and the juice of the lime. Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer. Allow all the ingredients to cook together for 5 minutes so the flavours can meld thoroughly.
Garnish and Serve
Serve the Tom Kha soup hot, garnished generously with fresh coriander. If desired, add a spoonful of chilli crisp oil for an extra kick.