If youâve not heard of this dish, you havenât been on planet earth. The Tom Yum is one of the most recognisable dishes in the world, and is the original pride and joy of Thai cuisine!

This soup dish accompanies rice dishes and also consumed on its own. The name âTomâ is the process of boiling the broth, and âYamâ refers to the Thai spicy and sour salad. ⣠⣠There are various types of Tom Yam and is reflected in its name. The most popular is the âTom Yam Goongâ, with river shrimp paste as base. Tom Yam is usually clear soup whereas Tom Kha is rich with coconut milk. ⣠⣠Follow us đ @aseanbuzz âŁâŁ