Shrimp Tom Yum Soup

Primal Soup
Written By Angela van Schaijk

🍤 Shrimp Tom Yum Soup

A gut-friendly, immune-boosting, low-carb Thai-inspired soup that hits all the right notes: sour, spicy, savory, and comforting. It’s also dairy-free and naturally gluten-free.

🥣 Ingredients & Benefits

🍲 Vegetable Stock

  • A clean veggie broth base keeps it light

  • Adds minerals and hydration

  • Opt for homemade or additive-free versions

🌶️ Tom Yum Paste

  • Bold flavor from ingredients like lemongrass, galangal, and kaffir lime

  • Stimulates digestion and supports anti-inflammatory pathways

  • Check the label to avoid added sugars or preservatives

🥥 Coconut Milk

  • Adds creamy richness without dairy

  • High in MCTs and healthy fats

  • Balances out the spice

🍅 Canned Chopped Tomatoes

  • Rich in lycopene (an antioxidant)

  • Gives body to the soup and natural umami

  • Look for BPA-free cans with no added sugar

🍄 Shiitake Mushrooms

  • Full of beta-glucans for immune support

  • Meaty texture, deep flavor

  • Great for gut health

🍤 Shrimps

  • Lean, high-quality protein

  • A good source of selenium, zinc, and vitamin B12

  • Quick to cook and super satisfying

🐟 Fish Sauce

  • Classic umami flavor enhancer

  • Packed with minerals and natural fermentation benefits (if traditionally made)

🍋 Lime Juice

  • Brightens the dish

  • Adds a hit of vitamin C

  • Enhances digestion and balances saltiness

🌿 Fresh Coriander

  • Detoxifying and rich in antioxidants

  • Fresh, herby aroma to finish

🌶️ Fresh Red Chili

  • Boosts metabolism and adds spice

  • Contains capsaicin—an anti-inflammatory compound

  • Optional but adds kick and depth

✅ Primal Highlights:

  • Grain-free, dairy-free, and sugar-free

  • Loaded with collagen-supportive ingredients

  • Anti-inflammatory and digestion-friendly

  • Easily made keto by reducing tomatoes slightly

Angela van Schaijk