Ginger Shrimp Soup
Warm up your soul with this vibrant and flavorful Ginger Shrimp Soup, a delightful fusion of aromatic spices, tender shrimp, and nutrient-packed vegetables. This quick and easy recipe features plump, juicy shrimp simmered in a fragrant broth infused with fresh ginger, garlic, and creamy coconut milk. Bright lime juice and soy sauce add a savory tang, while baby bok choy and thinly sliced carrots pack in freshness and crunch. Ready in just 40 minutes, this comforting soup is perfect for busy weeknights or when you're craving a light yet satisfying meal. Serve it topped with chopped cilantro and scallions for an enticing burst of color and herbal freshness. Whether it's a cozy evening or a dinner party hit, this ginger shrimp soup will have everyone reaching for seconds!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 500 grams raw shrimp (peeled and deveined)
- 2 tablespoons fresh ginger (finely grated)
- 4 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1 large onion (finely chopped)
- 2 medium carrots (thinly sliced)
- 2 heads baby bok choy (chopped)
- 3 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon fish sauce
- 6 cups chicken or vegetable broth
- 1 cup coconut milk
- 2 tablespoons lime juice
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
- 0.5 cup fresh cilantro (chopped, for garnish)
- 2 stalks scallions (sliced, for garnish)
- to taste salt
- to taste black pepper
Instructions
Heat the sesame oil in a large pot over medium heat.
Add the chopped onion and sauté until softened, about 3-4 minutes.
Stir in the grated ginger and minced garlic, cooking for another 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
Add the sliced carrots and cook for 2 minutes, stirring occasionally.
Pour in the chicken or vegetable broth and bring to a gentle boil.
Once boiling, reduce the heat to a simmer and add the soy sauce, fish sauce, and coconut milk.
Let the soup simmer for 10 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together.
Add the chopped bok choy and shrimp to the pot, cooking for 3-4 minutes until the shrimp are pink and cooked through.
Stir in the lime juice and season with salt and black pepper to taste.
Serve hot, garnished with fresh cilantro and sliced scallions.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1040 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 20.4 g | 26% | |
| Saturated Fat | 3.4 g | 17% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 5.9 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 945 mg | 315% | |
| Sodium | 11430 mg | 497% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 77.2 g | 28% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 12.2 g | 44% | |
| Total Sugars | 37.1 g | ||
| Protein | 146.0 g | 292% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 1012 mg | 78% | |
| Iron | 9.7 mg | 54% | |
| Potassium | 3940 mg | 84% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
