Shrimp and Ginger Soup
Warm up your senses with the comforting and aromatic flavors of Shrimp and Ginger Soup, a light yet satisfying dish that’s perfect for any time of year. This quick and easy recipe combines tender shrimp with the zesty kick of fresh ginger and garlic, simmered in a savory base of vegetable stock, soy sauce, and fish sauce for a rich, umami-packed broth. Enhanced with vibrant baby bok choy, a touch of sesame oil, and a hint of red chili flakes for subtle heat, this soup strikes a perfect balance of fresh and bold flavors. Finished with a squeeze of lime juice and garnished with green onions and cilantro, it’s a wholesome and healthy meal ready in just 35 minutes. Whether you're looking for a nourishing lunch or a flavorful starter, this shrimp and ginger soup delivers on taste and simplicity.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 500 grams large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 30 grams fresh ginger, thinly sliced
- 3 units garlic cloves, minced
- 3 stalks green onions, sliced
- 2 cups baby bok choy, chopped
- 1 liter vegetable stock
- 3 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon fish sauce
- 1 teaspoon sesame oil
- 0.5 teaspoons red chili flakes
- 2 tablespoons lime juice
- 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro, chopped
- 0.5 teaspoons salt
- 0.25 teaspoons black pepper
- 1 tablespoon neutral oil (such as vegetable or canola oil)
Instructions
Heat the neutral oil in a large pot over medium heat.
Add the sliced ginger and minced garlic. Sauté for 2-3 minutes until fragrant.
Pour in the vegetable stock and bring it to a gentle boil.
Stir in the soy sauce, fish sauce, sesame oil, and red chili flakes. Simmer for 5 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
Add the chopped baby bok choy and cook for 3 minutes until slightly tender.
Gently add the shrimp to the soup and cook for 3-4 minutes, or until the shrimp turn pink and are fully cooked.
Stir in the lime juice and season with salt and black pepper to taste.
Ladle the soup into serving bowls and garnish with sliced green onions and chopped cilantro.
Serve immediately and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
316 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 10.1 g | 13% | |
| Saturated Fat | 1.5 g | 8% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 236 mg | 79% | |
| Sodium | 1768 mg | 77% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 22.7 g | 8% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 4.5 g | 16% | |
| Total Sugars | 5.6 g | ||
| Protein | 37.4 g | 75% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 218 mg | 17% | |
| Iron | 2.5 mg | 14% | |
| Potassium | 1120 mg | 24% | |
*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.
