Shrimp Soup Recipe

Appetizers

1. 1

   Prepare aromatics

   Chop the onion; mince the garlic. Grate or finely mince the ginger. Bruise the lemongrass stalks and cut into 2-inch pieces.

2. 2

   Sauté base

   Heat vegetable oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add onion, garlic, ginger, lemongrass, carrot, and celery. Sauté until the onions are translucent and aromatics are fragrant, about 5 minutes.

3. 3

   Add tomatoes and broth

   Add the diced tomatoes and pour in the broth. Bring to a gentle simmer.

4. 4

   Let simmer for 10 minutes to meld flavors. Taste and adjust with salt if needed.

5. 5

   Stir in coconut milk, fish sauce, lime juice, salt, pepper, and lime zest if using. Simmer for another 5 minutes to integrate flavors.

6. 6

   Add shrimp and cook until pink and opaque, about 2–3 minutes. Do not overcook.

7. 7

   Taste, adjust seasoning, and remove lemongrass if desired. Ladle into bowls and garnish with cilantro leaves and a squeeze of lime.