How many calories are in Tom yum?
Tom yum has about 300 calories per serving based on the current ingredient list and serving size on this page.
ThaiLunchFishSpicy
Tom yum
Tom yum is a lunch thai recipe with 300 calories per serving, nutrition details, and step-by-step preparation guidance.
Calories
300 kcal
Total Time
20 min
Servings
1
Protein
20 g
Ingredients
- shrimp or chicken100g
- mushrooms50g
- stalk lemongrass, bruised1 piece
- 2-3 slices galangalAs needed
- 2-3 kaffir lime leavesAs needed
- fish sauce1 tbsp
- lime juice2 tbsp
- chili paste1 tsp
Instructions
- 1
Step 1
Bring a pot of water or broth to a boil with lemongrass, galangal, and kaffir lime leaves.
- 2
Step 2
Add mushrooms and shrimp or chicken.
- 3
Step 3
Season the soup with fish sauce, lime juice, and chili paste (nam prik pao).
- 4
Step 4
Garnish with fresh cilantro and serve hot.
Nutrition Snapshot
Macros and micros at a glance
Calories
300
Protein
20g
Carbs
25g
Fat
15g
Fiber
4g
Micronutrients
Iron
2.5 mg
Zinc
2 mg
Sodium
1300 mg
Calcium
50 mg
Folate
40 mcg
Magnesium
40 mg
Potassium
500 mg
Vitamin C
40 mg
Vitamin A
60 mcg
Vitamin B12
1 mcg
Diet and Allergen Guide
Vegetarian
No
Vegan
No
Gluten Free
No
Dairy Free
No
Allergens
Fish
Meal Prep and Storage
Make it easier to prep ahead
Tom yum can usually be portioned into airtight containers and refrigerated for 2 to 4 days depending on the ingredients used.
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Tom yum
Is Tom yum suitable for vegetarians?
No. Tom yum is not vegetarian as written because it includes shrimp or chicken.
Is Tom yum gluten-free?
Tom yum is not reliably gluten-free as written. You can often adapt it with gluten-free swaps if needed.
Are there any allergen ingredients in Tom yum?
Yes. This recipe includes Fish. Always review ingredient labels if you are cooking for an allergy-sensitive household.
Can I make Tom yum ahead of time?
Tom yum can usually be portioned into airtight containers and refrigerated for 2 to 4 days depending on the ingredients used.
Personalize This Recipe
Download Forkd and compare this recipe against your own calorie target.
See whether this meal fits your daily calories, protein goals, and broader nutrition plan after you create a profile in the app.
Recipe Emails
Get recipe ideas and nutrition tips in your inbox.
If you liked Tom yum, sign up for new recipe collections, calorie guides, and simple nutrition tips from Forkd.
Related Recipes
More recipes to try next
ThaiLunch
Tom yum
Tom yum is a lunch thai recipe from the Forkd database with calorie and macro details.
300 cal20 g protein20 min
ThaiLunch
Som tam
Som tam is a lunch thai recipe from the Forkd database with calorie and macro details.
250 cal10 g protein15 min
ThaiLunch
Som tam
Som tam is a lunch thai recipe from the Forkd database with calorie and macro details.
250 cal10 g protein15 min
SpanishLunch
Arroz negro
Arroz negro is a lunch spanish recipe from the Forkd database with calorie and macro details.
350 cal15 g protein25 min
SpanishLunch
Bacalao a la vizcaína
Bacalao a la vizcaína is a lunch spanish recipe from the Forkd database with calorie and macro details.
600 cal50 g protein90 min
AmericanLunch
Baked salmon
Baked salmon is a lunch american recipe from the Forkd database with calorie and macro details.
500 cal40 g protein20 min