5 Bold Lemongrass Soups You'll Want to Make Every Single Week

Lemongrass takes these Thai-inspired soups to a whole new level—think tangy, comforting broths loaded with punchy flavors. Each bowl is bold, vibrant, and so crave-worthy, your family will be asking for seconds all week long.

Updated on Thu, 07 May 2026
Spicy and sour Tom Yum Chicken served with lime wedges and cilantro on a rustic table. Save
Spicy and sour Tom Yum Chicken served with lime wedges and cilantro on a rustic table. | metroladle.com
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Tom Yum Chicken Soup

Spicy and sour Tom Yum Chicken served with lime wedges and cilantro on a rustic table.
Spicy and sour Tom Yum Chicken served with lime wedges and cilantro on a rustic table. | metroladle.com

Loaded with chicken, lemongrass, and spicy-sour broth, this classic soup will warm you up and wake up your taste buds in every spoonful.

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Classic Tom Yum Thai Soup

Spicy and sour Tom Yum Soup with vibrant red broth, lime wedges, and cilantro garnish.
Spicy and sour Tom Yum Soup with vibrant red broth, lime wedges, and cilantro garnish. | metroladle.com

"So much flavor! I swapped in tofu for shrimp and it was still delicious—loved the lemongrass kick." —Evelyn

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Authentic Tom Kha Gai

Creamy Authentic Tom Kha Gai soup in a white bowl, paired with lime wedges and steamed jasmine rice.
Creamy Authentic Tom Kha Gai soup in a white bowl, paired with lime wedges and steamed jasmine rice. | metroladle.com

Coconut milk and lemongrass create a rich, aromatic broth in this comforting Thai chicken soup—perfect with a sprinkle of cilantro on top.

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Tom Yum Wonton Soup

A close-up of Tom Yum Wonton Soup with bok choy and fresh lime wedges, capturing the aromatic Thai-Chinese flavors.
A close-up of Tom Yum Wonton Soup with bok choy and fresh lime wedges, capturing the aromatic Thai-Chinese flavors. | metroladle.com

"The wontons are so tender and the lemongrass broth is zingy and bright. My family devoured it!" —Marvin

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Tom Yum Gai (Thai Soup)

Steaming Tom Yum Gai with tender chicken slices, mushrooms, and fresh Thai chiles.
Steaming Tom Yum Gai with tender chicken slices, mushrooms, and fresh Thai chiles. | metroladle.com

This refreshing chicken soup is layered with galangal, lemongrass, and kaffir lime for true Thai comfort—plus it’s naturally gluten- and dairy-free.

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