Tom Yum Paste

Tom yum paste is a key ingredient in Thai cuisine, especially in making the popular soup known as Tom Yum. The paste is a concentrated blend of various ingredients, including lemongrass for a citrusy and aromatic note, galangal for a sharp, citrusy flavor, kaffir lime leaves for a fragrant lime aroma, shallots for sweetness and depth, garlic for pungency and depth of flavor, chilies for heat and spiciness, fish sauce for umami and saltiness, shrimp paste for a rich, savory taste, and lime juice for acidity and freshness.