THAI SHRIMP AND COCONUT SOUP WITH LEMONGRASS

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Categories     Soup/Stew     Shellfish     Simmer

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 14

5 Thai chiles, seeded and chopped
4 stalks of fresh lemongrass, tender inner bulb only, finely chopped
4 garlic cloves, coarsely chopped
1/3 cup coarsely chopped peeled fresh ginger
1 large shallot, coarsely chopped
1 tbsp coconut oil or vegetable oil
3 1/2 cups unsweetened coconut milk
1/4 cup plus 2 tbsp dark brown sugar
1/4 cup Asian fish sauce
1/4 cup tamarind concentrate
6 fresh kafir lime leaves
3 tbsp fresh lime juice
salt and fresh ground pepper
3/4 lb medium shrimp, shelled and deveined

Steps:

  • 1. In a blender, combine the chiles, lemongrass, garlic, ginger, shallot, and 1/4 cup of water and puree until smooth. 2. In a medium saucepan, heat the coconut oil. Add the lemongrass puree and cook over moderately high heat, stirring, until fragrant, about 2 minutes. Whisk in the coconut milk, borwn sugar, fish sauce, tamarind, lime leaves, and 1 1/2 cups of water and bring to a gentle boil. Simmer over low heat, stirring occasionally, until the soup is flavorful and slightly reduced, about 15 mins. 3. Stir the lime juice into the soup and season with salt and pepper. Add the shrimp and simmer until slightly curled and just cooked through, about 1 minute. Ladle the soup into bowls, add the rice noodles and serve.

Mayar Buhajar
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Can't wait to try this recipe. It looks delicious!


Ashlin Dewaal
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I followed the recipe exactly and the soup turned out perfectly. Thanks for sharing!


rika van der westhuizen
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I'm not a big fan of spicy food, but this soup was just the right amount of heat for me.


Zweli Shabangu
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This is the best Thai shrimp and coconut soup I've ever had. It's so creamy and flavorful.


Ian Steffen
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This soup is so flavorful and satisfying. I'll definitely be making it again.


Hifza Haseeb
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I'm not usually a fan of coconut soup, but this recipe changed my mind. It's absolutely delicious.


Shovo Miah
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This is a great recipe for a quick and easy weeknight meal.


Sony Talukder
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I absolutely love this soup. It's so easy to make and it's always a crowd-pleaser.


Salahuddin Salisu
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This soup is so flavorful and comforting. It's perfect for a cold winter day.


Ilya P
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I've made this soup a few times now and it's always a hit. My friends and family love it.


Gerlee Chuluunhuu
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This was my first time making Thai shrimp and coconut soup, and it turned out great! The recipe was easy to follow and the soup was delicious.


Isr Gra
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This soup is amazing! The flavors are incredibly complex and well-balanced. I especially love the hint of lemongrass.