– 1 lb (450g) shrimp, peeled and deveined
– 4 cups chicken or vegetable broth
– 1 cup coconut milk
– 2 tablespoons olive oil
– 1 onion, chopped
– 3 cloves garlic, minced
– 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, minced
– 1-2 red chili peppers, sliced (adjust for spice level)
– 1 tablespoon red chili flakes (optional)
– 1 medium bell pepper, diced
– 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
– 2 cups fresh spinach
– 1 tablespoon fish sauce
– 1 tablespoon lime juice
– Salt and pepper to taste
– Fresh cilantro or parsley for garnish
– Lime wedges for serving
Making Quick and Spicy Shrimp Soup can be done with these straightforward steps:
1. Heat Oil: In a large saucepan, heat the olive oil over medium heat.
2. Sauté Aromatics: Add the chopped onion, minced garlic, and ginger. Sauté until the onion is translucent, about 3-4 minutes.
3. Add Peppers and Spices: Stir in the sliced red chili peppers and red chili flakes, cooking for another minute to release the flavors.
4. Pour in Broth and Coconut Milk: Add the chicken or vegetable broth and coconut milk, stirring to combine. Bring to a simmer.
5. Add Vegetables: Once simmering, add the diced bell pepper and cherry tomatoes. Cook for about 5 minutes until the vegetables are tender.
6. Cook Shrimp: Add the shrimp to the pot, cooking them until they turn pink and opaque, about 3-4 minutes.
7. Stir in Spinach: Add the fresh spinach to the soup and stir until wilted.
8. Season: Add fish sauce, lime juice, salt, and pepper to taste. Mix well.
9. Garnish: Remove from heat, and garnish with fresh cilantro or parsley.
10. Serve Hot: Ladle the soup into bowls and serve with lime wedges on the side.
These steps will guide you to create this amazing Shrimp Soup that will delight your taste buds!