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Tom Yum

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ญ Central Thailand ยท Thai

Tom Yum

Authenticity96 / 100

Prototype/demo metric โ€” not an official certification. Based on regional origin, traditional ingredients, preparation, cultural relevance and variation.

What is it?

Hot and sour soup fragrant with lemongrass, galangal, kaffir lime leaves and chilli.

Where does it come from?

One of Thailand's most recognised soups. Clear version (nam sai) vs creamy (nam khon).

What does it taste like?

Spice

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Sour

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Umami

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Key ingredients

  • lemongrass
  • galangal
  • kaffir lime
  • chilli
  • lime
  • shrimp/chicken

What makes it authentic?

regional Origin97
traditional Ingredients96
traditional Preparation95
cultural Relevance98
regional Variation88

Authenticity indicators are based on available culinary information and are intended to help users explore regional food traditions.

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Where Can I Try It?

Demo restaurant data โ€” not live availability.

Chiang Mai Noodle House

Bangkok ยท Northern Thai ยท $ ยท โ˜… 4.5 ยท 2.1 km

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