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Tom Saap Isan Spicy Pork Rib Soup

Northeastern Thailand's gutsy herb-laden sour soup with pork ribs — loaded with lemongrass, galangal, and punchy chili.
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Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 1 hour 30 minutes
Total Time: 1 hour 45 minutes
Course: Soup
Cuisine: Thai
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 440kcal

Ingredients

  • 800 g pork spare ribs cut into pieces
  • 1.5 litres water
  • 4 stalks lemongrass bruised
  • 8 slices fresh galangal
  • 6 kaffir lime leaves
  • 8 bird's eye chilies crushed
  • 4 tbsp fish sauce
  • 4 tbsp lime juice
  • 3 shallots halved and charred
  • 1 tbsp dried chili flakes
  • Coriander mint, spring onion to serve

Instructions

  • Blanch ribs in boiling water 3 minutes. Drain and rinse.
  • Char shallots directly over a gas flame or under the broiler until blackened.
  • Bring 1.5L fresh water to a boil. Add ribs, lemongrass, galangal, kaffir lime, and shallots.
  • Simmer 1–1.5 hours until the ribs are tender.
  • Add chilies and chili flakes. Simmer 5 minutes.
  • Season with fish sauce and lime juice. Adjust to taste.
  • Serve in deep bowls with coriander, mint, and spring onion.

Nutrition

Serving: 1serving | Calories: 440kcal | Protein: 36g | Fat: 30g | Fiber: 0.5g
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