Vegan Tom Kaa Gai (Coconut Milk Soup)

stalks lemongrass, sliced in 1-inch long pieces

shiitake mushrooms, sliced

diced shallot (approx. 4 shallots)

kaffir lime leaves**

water

bird’s eye chilis, sliced*

medium tomatoes, sliced

tofu, pressed and cut into 1/2-inch cubes

coconut milk

reduced-sodium tamari

juice of 2 limes and fresh and cilantro for serving