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delicious shrimp flavored broth

Shrimp Soup

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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Resting Time 5 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Course Soup
Cuisine Asian
Servings 4 servings

Equipment

  • 1 Large pot
  • 1 Medium saucepan
  • 1 Ladle
  • 1 Cutting board
  • 1 Knife

Ingredients
  

  • 1 pound shrimp peeled and deveined
  • 4 cups chicken broth
  • 1 cup coconut milk
  • 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
  • 1 medium onion chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 tablespoon fresh ginger grated
  • 2 tablespoons fish sauce
  • 1 tablespoon lime juice
  • 1 teaspoon sugar
  • 2 green onions sliced
  • 1/4 cup cilantro chopped
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions
 

  • Heat vegetable oil in a large pot over medium heat.
  • Add chopped onion and sauté until translucent.
  • Stir in minced garlic and grated ginger; cook for 1 minute.
  • Pour in chicken broth and bring to a simmer.
  • Stir in coconut milk, fish sauce, lime juice, and sugar.
  • Add shrimp to the pot and cook until they turn pink.
  • Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  • Remove from heat and let the soup rest for 5 minutes.
  • Ladle soup into bowls and garnish with green onions and cilantro.

Notes

For a spicier version, add sliced chili peppers to the soup. Be careful not to overcook the shrimp to maintain their tenderness. If you prefer a thicker consistency, simmer the soup a bit longer to reduce the liquid.
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