Tom Yum Soup Paste

Once opened, store in an airtight container in the refrigerator. For longer storage, freeze in ice cube trays.

Start with a small amount and add more to taste, as the paste is concentrated.

Use it to flavor stir-fries, marinades, or even other soups for an instant flavor boost.

Adjust the amount of chili in the paste by adding fresh chilies or reducing them based on your spice preference.

Shrimp, chicken, tofu

Mushrooms (straw mushrooms, oyster mushrooms)

Tomatoes

Coconut milk (for a creamy Tom Yum variation)

Fish sauce, lime juice, sugar (for seasoning)

Using too much paste at once, which can overpower the dish.

Not tasting and adjusting seasoning, potentially leading to an unbalanced flavor profile.

Assuming all pastes are identical; check ingredients for shrimp paste if you need a vegan option.