Hot and Sour Shrimp Soup

Nutriscore Rating: 70/100

Dive into the vibrant, tongue-tingling flavors of Hot and Sour Shrimp Soup, a classic Thai-inspired dish that's both comforting and exhilarating. This quick and easy recipe combines tender, succulent shrimp with a fragrant broth infused with lemongrass, ginger, and garlic. With the perfect balance of spicy Thai chili heat, tangy lime juice, and savory fish sauce, each spoonful is a celebration of bold, authentic flavors. Sliced mushrooms and tomatoes add texture and heartiness, while a garnish of fresh cilantro and green onions brightens the dish to perfection. Ready in just 35 minutes, this soul-warming soup is ideal for a weeknight dinner or a light appetizer that impresses every time. Serve it with lime wedges to elevate this irresistible combination of hot and sour notes!

Recipe Information

• Prep Time: 15 min
• Cook Time: 20 min
• Total Time: 35 min
• Servings: 4 servings
• Difficulty: Medium

🥘 Ingredients

15 items

• 1 pound Raw shrimp (peeled and deveined)
• 6 cups Chicken or vegetable stock
• 2 stalks Lemongrass stalks (bruised and cut into 4-inch pieces)
• 2 tablespoons Fresh ginger (sliced)
• 3 cloves Garlic cloves (minced)
• 2 peppers Thai red chili peppers (sliced)
• 3 tablespoons Fish sauce
• 3 tablespoons Fresh lime juice
• 1 tablespoon Brown sugar
• 2 teaspoons Soy sauce
• 1 cup Mushrooms (sliced)
• 2 medium Tomatoes (quartered)
• 3 stalks Green onions (sliced thinly)
• 2 tablespoons Cilantro (chopped)
• 0.25 teaspoons Ground white pepper

📝 Instructions

9 steps

1. In a large soup pot, bring the chicken or vegetable stock to a boil over medium heat.

2. Add the lemongrass, ginger, garlic, and chili peppers to the pot. Let simmer for 5 minutes to infuse the flavors.

3. Reduce the heat to medium-low and add the fish sauce, lime juice, brown sugar, and soy sauce. Stir well to combine.

4. Add the sliced mushrooms and tomatoes to the pot and simmer for another 5 minutes, allowing the vegetables to soften slightly.

5. Gently add the raw shrimp to the soup and cook for 3-4 minutes, or until the shrimp are pink and opaque.

6. Taste the soup and adjust seasoning as needed. Add a pinch of ground white pepper for extra heat if desired.

7. Remove the lemongrass and discard before serving.

8. Ladle the soup into bowls and garnish with sliced green onions and freshly chopped cilantro.

9. Serve immediately with lime wedges on the side for an extra zesty kick.

Nutrition Facts

1 serving (614.8g)

Calories		183
% Daily Value*
Total Fat		1.2 g	2%
	Saturated Fat	0.0 g	0%
	Polyunsaturated Fat	0.0 g
Cholesterol		215 mg	72%
Sodium		2470 mg	107%
Total Carbohydrate		12.3 g	4%
	Dietary Fiber	1.8 g	7%
	Total Sugars	8.0 g
Protein		32.6 g	65%
Vitamin D		0.0 mcg	0%
Calcium		138 mg	11%
Iron		1.2 mg	7%
Potassium		765 mg	16%

*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.

Source of Calories

Fat: 50 cal (6.5%%)

Protein: 526 cal (67.9%%)

Carbs: 198 cal (25.6%%)