Shrimp Dipping Broth
Dive into the bold and aromatic flavors of this Shrimp Dipping Broth, a perfect pairing for your favorite cooked shrimp! Infused with the savory depth of chicken stock, soy sauce, and fish sauce, this broth is elevated by the zesty brightness of lime juice and the subtle heat of red chili flakes. Fresh ginger, smashed lemongrass, and minced garlic create an irresistible medley of Asian-inspired flavors, while cilantro stems and green onions add a burst of freshness. Quick to prepare with just 30 minutes from start to finish, this recipe is ideal for entertaining or elevating a casual seafood platter. Serve the broth hot, garnished with fresh cilantro leaves, for a dipping experience that packs both flavor and sophistication. Perfect for fans of umami-rich dishes and light, vibrant fare!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 cups Chicken stock
- 2 tablespoons Soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon Fish sauce
- 1 tablespoon Brown sugar
- 3 Garlic cloves, minced
- 1 teaspoon Fresh ginger, grated
- 1 Lemongrass stalk, smashed and chopped into 2-inch pieces
- 0.5 teaspoon Red chili flakes
- 2 tablespoons Cilantro stems, roughly chopped
- 2 tablespoons Lime juice, freshly squeezed
- 2 Green onions, thinly sliced
- 2 tablespoons Fresh cilantro leaves, for garnish
- 0.5 teaspoon Sesame oil
Instructions
In a medium saucepan over medium heat, combine the chicken stock, soy sauce, fish sauce, and brown sugar. Stir until the sugar is dissolved.
Add the minced garlic, grated ginger, smashed lemongrass, red chili flakes, and cilantro stems to the saucepan.
Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer and let it cook for 15 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld together.
After 15 minutes, strain the broth through a fine-mesh sieve into a clean bowl or pot to remove the solids.
Stir the lime juice and sesame oil into the strained broth.
Ladle the hot broth into small serving bowls or ramekins.
Garnish each bowl with green onions and fresh cilantro leaves.
Serve immediately alongside cooked shrimp for dipping. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
515 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 21.5 g | 28% | |
| Saturated Fat | 1.0 g | 5% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 3.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 85 mg | 28% | |
| Sodium | 2918 mg | 127% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 24.9 g | 9% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.2 g | 8% | |
| Total Sugars | 15.1 g | ||
| Protein | 57.4 g | 115% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 162 mg | 12% | |
| Iron | 7.6 mg | 42% | |
| Potassium | 384 mg | 8% | |
*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.
