Lazy 1-Pot Vegan Tom Yum Soup
User Reviews
4.9
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Prep Time
15 mins
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Cook Time
30 mins
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Total Time
45 mins
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Servings
4 (Bowls)
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Calories
171 kcal
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Course
Main Course
Lazy 1-Pot Vegan Tom Yum Soup
Description
The Tomato Yum Soup features a fragrant foundation built by sautéing aromatics like lemongrass, onion, fresh ginger, garlic, and red chilies. Shiitake mushrooms add an earthy component, while green curry paste brings complexity and mild heat. Coconut oil (or water as an oil substitute) starts the cooking process, balancing richness and flavor.
The soup base combines vegetable broth, light coconut milk, lime juice and peel, drained diced tomatoes, coconut aminos for umami, and a touch of sweetness from coconut sugar or maple syrup. It’s simmered to meld these layers, creating a soup that is simultaneously bright, creamy, spicy, and slightly sweet.
Serving options include various types of noodles (kelp, rice, or zucchini) and baked peanut tofu for protein. Fresh cilantro and sriracha can be added for extra brightness or heat. The soup offers flexibility in ingredients and seasoning to suit preferences, making it accessible and easy to prepare.
Ingredients
SOUP
- 1 Tbsp coconut oil (if avoiding oil, sub twice the amount in water)
- 1 talk lemongrass optional // you can tie up with food-grade twine so it can be easily removed before serving, cut in half then halved lengthwise
- 1/2 medium yellow onion (thinly sliced)
- 1 ½ Tbsp ginger fresh, minced
- 2 Thai red chili peppers (or 1 serrano pepper // minced)
- 1½ cups shiitake mushroom thinly sliced
- 4 cloves garlic (minced)
- 3 Tbsp green curry paste (or store-bought — we like Thai Kitchen brand)
- 6 cups vegetable broth (or store-bought — we like Imagine brand)
- 1/2 cup coconut milk light
- 2 medium lime peeled and juiced // ~ 1/4 cup lime juice as recipe is written
- 1 oz diced tomatoes drained, canned
- 2-3 Tbsp coconut aminos (or sub tamari, but start with less as it's saltier)
- 1-2 Tbsp coconut sugar (or maple syrup)
FOR SERVING optional
- zucchini noodles
- kelp noodles
- rice noodles
- peanut tofu baked
- sriracha or Chili Garlic Sauce
- cilantro fresh
Instructions
- Heat a large pot or Dutch oven over medium heat. Once hot, add oil or water.
- Add lemongrass (optional) and onion and sauté for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally. The onions should become translucent and soft and slightly browned.
- Add fresh ginger, chili peppers, shiitake mushrooms, garlic, and curry paste (which is added to substitute for fresh makrut lime leaf and lemongrass) and stir. Sauté for 4-5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Add vegetable broth, coconut milk, a few slices of lime peel, diced (drained) tomatoes, coconut aminos, and coconut sugar and stir to combine. Bring back to a boil, then reduce heat to a simmer, cover, and cook for 10-15 minutes.
- Add the lime juice and stir. Simmer for a few more minutes. Then taste and adjust flavor as needed, adding more lime for acidity, coconut sugar for sweetness, coconut aminos (or salt) for saltiness / depth of flavor, or coconut milk for creaminess.
- Optional: Remove lemongrass and lime peel before serving using a slotted spoon or fork (or just eat around it).
- Serve as is, or over zucchini noodles, kelp noodles, or cooked rice noodles. You could also serve it over white rice or brown rice. Garnish with fresh cilantro for a pop of color (optional).
- Store leftovers covered in the refrigerator up to 4-5 days, or in the freezer up to 1 month. Reheat on the stovetop, covered, until warmed through.
Notes
- This is a plant-based variation inspired by traditional Tom Yum; lemongrass is optional but recommended for flavor.
- If avoiding oil, use double the amount of water to sauté aromatics.
- Adjust the seasoning with lime juice, coconut sugar, or coconut aminos to balance acidity, sweetness, and saltiness.
- Optional garnishes include various types of noodles, baked peanut tofu, sriracha, and fresh cilantro.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 4(Bowls)
Amount Per Serving
Calories 171 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 1bowl | |
| Calories | 171 | 9% |
| Carbohydrates | 25.3g | 8% |
| Protein | 3.4g | 7% |
| Fat | 6.4g | 10% |
| Saturated Fat | 5.1g | 26% |
| Sodium | 818mg | 34% |
| Fiber | 4g | 16% |
| Sugar | 13.6g | 27% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
4.9
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