Easy Thai Shrimp Soup
A vibrant and aromatic soup featuring fresh shrimp, fragrant herbs, and creamy coconut milk.
Equipment
- Large Pot
- Cutting Board
- Knife
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1 pound Fresh shrimp Peeled and deveined.
- 4 cups Chicken or vegetable broth Use low-sodium for better control of saltiness.
- 1 can Coconut milk 13.5 ounces.
- 2 stalks Lemongrass Bruised to release oils.
- 1 inch Ginger Peeled and sliced thinly.
- 3-4 Kaffir lime leaves Torn to release oils.
- 1-2 Thai bird chilies Adjust based on spice tolerance.
- 1 tablespoon Fish sauce Essential for authentic flavor.
- 1 tablespoon Lime juice Freshly squeezed.
- 1 cup Mushrooms Sliced thinly.
- 1 cup Cherry tomatoes Halved.
- to taste Salt and pepper
- Fresh cilantro Chopped, for garnish.
- Optional garnishes Sliced green onions, lime wedges, or additional chilies.
Instructions
- Prepare the ingredients: Peel and devein the shrimp, slice the ginger, bruise the lemongrass, tear the kaffir lime leaves, slice the mushrooms, and halve the cherry tomatoes.
- Heat the broth: In a large pot, pour in the chicken or vegetable broth and bring it to a gentle simmer over medium heat.
- Add aromatics: Once the broth is simmering, add the sliced ginger, bruised lemongrass, and torn kaffir lime leaves. Let steep for about 5 minutes.
- Incorporate the coconut milk: Add the can of coconut milk to the pot and stir well to combine.
- Add the mushrooms and chilies: Toss in the sliced mushrooms and Thai bird chilies. Cook for about 3-4 minutes until the mushrooms soften.
- Introduce the shrimp: Carefully add the shrimp and cook for another 3-5 minutes until they turn pink and opaque.
- Season the soup: Stir in the fish sauce and lime juice. Adjust seasoning with salt and pepper.
- Finish with tomatoes and cilantro: Add the halved cherry tomatoes and chopped cilantro. Let warm through for a minute.
- Serve hot: Ladle the soup into bowls and garnish with additional cilantro, sliced green onions, and lime wedges if desired.
Notes
Feel free to customize the soup with additional vegetables or proteins as desired.