This Thai shrimp noodle soup uses frozen shrimps, curry paste, coconut milk, and a few pantry staples, and it gets ready in just 10 minutes. I add a few noodles to make it hearty and wholesome.
Ingredients
1lb(450g)Shrimpspeeled and deveined
2tbspOlive oil
1medOnion finely chopped
2largeGarlic clovesminced
1tbspFrench ginger grated
2stalksLemongrass cut into 2-inch pieces and bruised
2 - 3tbspThai curry pastegreen or red (up to 3 tbsp for spicy soup)
1can(400g)Unsweetened coconut milk
2cups(470ml)Broth or stalkFish or chicken broth
1tbspFish sauce
1 - 2tbspLemon juice
¼cupFresh cilantro leaveschopped
¼tspSalt
¼tspBlack pepper powder
For serving
4oz(115g)Egg noodles(optional)
1tbspScallions for garnish
¼cupColorful Pepperfor garnish (optional)
Instructions
Prepare the Soup Base: In a large pot, heat a bit of oil over medium heat. Add the minced onion and cook until it becomes translucent. Add the minced garlic and grated ginger. Cook for another 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
2 tbsp Olive oil, 1 med Onion , 2 large Garlic cloves, 1 tbsp French ginger
Infuse the Flavors: Add the lemongrass pieces and Thai green curry paste to the pot. Cook for 2-3 minutes, stirring frequently, until the curry paste is well incorporated and aromatic.
2 stalks Lemongrass , 2 - 3 tbsp Thai curry paste
Create the Soup Base: Pour in the coconut milk and chicken broth. Bring the mixture to a simmer over medium heat. Let it simmer for about 10 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together.
1 can Unsweetened coconut milk, 2 cups Broth or stalk
Cook the Shrimp: Add the shrimp to the pot and cook for about 3-5 minutes until they turn pink and opaque.
1 lb Shrimps
Season the Soup: Stir in the fish sauce and lemon juice. Adjust the seasoning with salt and pepper to taste. Remove the lemongrass pieces before serving.
1 tbsp Fish sauce, 1 - 2 tbsp Lemon juice, ¼ tsp Salt, ¼ tsp Black pepper powder
Serve: Ladle the soup into bowls and serve hot. Enjoy it alone or with steamed jasmine rice or egg noodles, and garnish with scallions and peppers.
¼ cup Fresh cilantro leaves, 4 oz Egg noodles, 1 tbsp Scallions , ¼ cup Colorful Pepper
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