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A bold and spicy shrimp soup made with garlic, ginger, chili, and a savory broth — ready in just 20 minutes. Light, nourishing, and full of flavor.

Ingredients

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  • 1 lb raw shrimp, peeled and deveined

  • 3 garlic cloves, minced

  • 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, grated

  • ½ onion or 2 shallots, diced

  • 1–2 tsp chili garlic paste or 1 red chili, chopped

  • 4 cups chicken or seafood broth

  • ½ cup coconut milk (optional)

  • 1 tbsp fish sauce or soy sauce

  • Juice of 1 lime

  • Salt and pepper to taste

  • 2 tbsp chopped cilantro or green onions (for garnish)

  • 1 tbsp oil (coconut or neutral)

Instructions

  • Heat oil in a pot over medium. Sauté onion, garlic, and ginger for 2–3 minutes.

  • Stir in chili paste or chopped chili. Cook 30 seconds.

  • Add broth. Simmer 5 minutes.

  • Add shrimp and coconut milk (if using). Simmer 2–4 minutes until shrimp are pink and curled.

  • Stir in lime juice, fish sauce, and herbs. Taste and adjust seasoning.

  • Serve hot, garnished with cilantro or green onions.

Find it online: https://themomfood.com/quick-and-spicy-shrimp-soup-bold-brothy-and-ready-in-20-minutes/