Best 5 Thai Shrimp And Rice Soup Recipes

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Embark on a culinary journey to the vibrant streets of Thailand with our delightful Thai shrimp and rice soup. This tantalizing dish is a harmonious blend of aromatic flavors, where the sweetness of succulent shrimp dances with the tangy zest of lemongrass and the warmth of ginger. As the fragrant broth caresses your palate, the tender rice grains burst with a comforting chewiness, creating a symphony of textures. Discover the secrets behind this authentic Thai soup, with our easy-to-follow recipe that guides you through each step, ensuring a flavorful and authentic experience.

In addition to the classic Thai shrimp and rice soup, our article presents a diverse collection of enticing recipes that capture the essence of Thai cuisine. Indulge in the fiery delight of our Thai red curry soup, where coconut milk tames the heat of red chili peppers, creating a rich and creamy broth that envelops tender chicken or tofu. For a refreshing twist, try our Thai coconut lemongrass soup, where the aromatic notes of lemongrass and galangal dance harmoniously with the subtle sweetness of coconut milk. And for a vegetarian delight, our Thai vegetable soup brims with an array of crisp vegetables, simmered in a flavorful broth infused with Thai herbs and spices.

Here are our top 5 tried and tested recipes!

SHRIMP AND BROWN RICE SOUP



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This irresistible soup is inspired by a Southeast Asian dish traditionally made with Thai jasmine rice. The recipe is adapted from one in "Hot Sour Salty Sweet," by Naomi Duguid and Jeffrey Alford.

Provided by Martha Rose Shulman

Categories     dinner, easy, weekday, one pot, soups and stews, appetizer, main course, side dish

Time 1h

Yield Serves six

Number Of Ingredients 14

2 shallots, finely chopped
4 large garlic cloves, minced
1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
2 tablespoons Vietnamese or Thai fish sauce
1/2 pound peeled, deveined shrimp, finely chopped about 3/4 pound in the shell)
2 quarts water; or use half chicken or vegetable stock, and half water
1 cup sprouted brown rice
2 stalks lemon grass, trimmed and minced
2 tablespoons peanut oil or canola oil
2 tablespoons dry-roasted peanuts, coarsely chopped
1 cup cilantro leaves
2 cups bean sprouts
Minced bird or serrano chilies
Lime wedges

Steps:

  • Mix together the shallot, half the garlic, the pepper, 1 tablespoon of the fish sauce and the shrimp. Set aside.
  • Combine the remaining garlic and the lemon grass in a mortar and pestle, and grind to a paste. Alternatively, mince in a mini-chop.
  • Combine the water or stock and water, remaining fish sauce and rice in a soup pot, and bring to a boil. Stir in the garlic and lemon grass paste, and reduce the heat. Taste the water and add salt if desired. Cover and simmer 40 minutes until the rice is tender.
  • Heat the oil over high heat in a wok or skillet, and add the shrimp mixture. Stir-fry until the shrimp begins to turn pink, about one minute. Add one ladleful of liquid from the soup pot, stir together, then transfer the contents of the wok or pan to the soup. Bring back to a simmer, and simmer five minutes. Taste and adjust seasonings.
  • Serve, garnishing each bowl with cilantro, chopped peanuts, bean sprouts and chilies if desired. Have guests squeeze lime into their bowls.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 238, UnsaturatedFat 6 grams, Carbohydrate 34 grams, Fat 7 grams, Fiber 3 grams, Protein 11 grams, SaturatedFat 1 gram, Sodium 706 milligrams, Sugar 3 grams, TransFat 0 grams

THAI SHRIMP AND RICE SOUP



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This is a main course soup with a kick that takes no time to make. You can also substitute chicken. Adapted from Gourmet.

Provided by chia2160

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 55m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 15

8 cups chicken stock
4 cups water
1 tablespoon green curry paste
4 garlic cloves, smashed
2 inches ginger, peeled and sliced
1 teaspoon coriander seed, crushed
2 cups cilantro (to garnish) or 2 cups Thai basil, plus some extra (to garnish)
1 cup jasmine rice
3/4 cup medium shrimp, peeled and deveined
1 (14 ounce) can coconut milk
1/4 lb snow peas, trimmed and cut into strips
2 tablespoons fish sauce
2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
salt
lime wedge (to garnish)

Steps:

  • Combine stock, water, curry paste, garlic, ginger, coriander, cilantro in a stockpot.
  • Simmer until ginger is softened, about 15 minutes.
  • Strain in a sieve lined with paper towels, and discard solids.
  • Return to stockpot.
  • Add rice, simmer uncovered 15 minutes.
  • Add shrimp and cook through until it turns pink, 3-4 minutes.
  • Add coconut milk, fish sauce and snow peas, cook 2-3 minutes more.
  • Remove from heat, stir in lime juice.
  • Garnish with lime wedges and extra basil or cilantro.

THAI SHRIMP & RICE SOUP



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This gem comes from the Food Network Kitchens. It's simple, very quick to prepare and has the authentic flavors of Thai cooking. I hope you enjoy this simple, flavorful soup! *For the lemongrass stalk: Remove the tough outer layers of the lemongrass stalk (usually 2 or 3 pieces) ; cut off the root end; place your knife flat against the root end and trim stalk; slice the stalk starting at the bottom and moving up until it becomes too tough and woody.*

Provided by LifeIsGood

Categories     < 30 Mins

Time 25m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

4 cups chicken broth, low-sodium
1 -2 teaspoon sriracha sauce (chile-garlic sauce)
1 celery rib, thinly sliced on an angle
1 medium carrot, peeled, quartered lengthwise and thinly sliced
4 inches piece lemongrass, thinly sliced (see note in description)
2 tablespoons fish sauce
2 teaspoons sugar
1 lb medium shrimp, raw, without tails, peeled and deveined
2 cups cooked rice, preferably jasmine
1 freshly squeezed lemon, juice of (3 to 4 T.)
1/2 cup fresh cilantro leaves, coarsely chopped

Steps:

  • *You can chop the lemongrass (see the how-to in the recipe description) and cilantro as the chicken broth simmers*.
  • Put the chicken broth, sriracha sauce, celery and carrot in a med. saucepan and bring to a simmer.
  • Add the lemongrass, fish sauce, sugar and and simmer another good 5 minutes or so.
  • Stir in the shrimp and rice and simmer just until the shrimp are pink and opaque, about 2-3 minutes more.
  • Pull the saucepan off of the heat and stir in the lemon juice and cilantro.
  • Ladle the soup into warm bowls and enjoy!

THAI SHRIMP AND RICE



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Raisins and coconut milk add a lovely hint of sweetness to this Thai dish, and freshly grated lime peel and minced gingerroot give it a wonderful aroma and flavor. The meal-in-one features enough shrimp and snow peas to add a fun flair to weeknight menus.-Paula Marchesi, Lenhartsville, Pennsylvania

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 3h45m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 18

2 cans (14-1/2 ounces each) chicken broth
2 cups uncooked converted rice
1 large carrot, shredded
1 medium onion, chopped
1/2 cup each chopped green and sweet red pepper
1/2 cup water
1/2 cup coconut milk
1/3 cup lime juice
1/4 cup sweetened shredded coconut
1/4 cup each raisins and golden raisins
8 garlic cloves, minced
1 tablespoon grated lime zest
1 tablespoon minced fresh gingerroot
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon each ground coriander and cumin
1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1 pound cooked medium shrimp, peeled and deveined
1/2 cup fresh snow peas, cut into thin strips

Steps:

  • In a 5-qt. slow cooker, combine the broth, rice, vegetables, water, coconut milk, lime juice, coconut, raisins, garlic, lime zest and seasonings. Cover and cook on low for 3 hours or until rice is tender. , Stir in shrimp and peas. Cover and cook 15-20 minutes longer or until heated through.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 336 calories, Fat 6g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 88mg cholesterol, Sodium 845mg sodium, Carbohydrate 54g carbohydrate (10g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 17g protein.

SHRIMP PAD THAI SOUP



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Pad thai is one of my favorite dishes, but it is often loaded with extra calories. This soup is a healthier option that has all the flavor of traditional versions. -Julie Merriman, Seattle, Washington.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 45m

Yield 8 servings (2-3/4 quarts).

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 tablespoon sesame oil
2 shallots, thinly sliced
1 Thai chili pepper or serrano pepper, seeded and finely chopped
1 can (28 ounces) no-salt-added crushed tomatoes
1/4 cup creamy peanut butter
2 tablespoons reduced-sodium soy sauce or fish sauce
6 cups reduced-sodium chicken broth
1 pound uncooked shrimp (31-40 per pound), peeled and deveined
6 ounces uncooked thick rice noodles
1 cup bean sprouts
4 green onions, sliced
Optional: Chopped peanuts and additional chopped chili pepper
Lime wedges

Steps:

  • In a 6-qt. stockpot, heat oil over medium heat. Add shallots and chili pepper; cook and stir 4-6 minutes or until tender. Stir in crushed tomatoes, peanut butter and soy sauce until blended; add broth. Bring to a boil; cook, uncovered, 15 minutes to allow flavors to blend., Add shrimp and noodles; cook 4-6 minutes longer or until shrimp turn pink and noodles are tender. Top each serving with bean sprouts, green onions and, if desired, chopped peanuts and additional chopped chili pepper. Serve with lime wedges.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 252 calories, Fat 7g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 69mg cholesterol, Sodium 755mg sodium, Carbohydrate 31g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 17g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

Tips:

  • To make the soup extra flavorful, use a combination of shrimp shells and shrimp meat. The shells add a rich seafood flavor to the broth.
  • If you don't have lemongrass, you can substitute it with 1 teaspoon of lemon zest and 1/2 teaspoon of ginger.
  • To make the soup more spicy, add a few slices of chili peppers or a teaspoon of red pepper flakes.
  • To make the soup more creamy, add a cup of coconut milk.
  • Serve the soup with a side of jasmine rice, noodles, or crusty bread.

Conclusion:

This Thai shrimp and rice soup is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a quick and healthy meal. It is packed with flavor and is sure to please everyone at the table. Whether you are a fan of Thai food or just looking for a new and exciting soup recipe, this soup is sure to be a hit. So next time you are looking for a comforting and flavorful soup, give this Thai shrimp and rice soup a try. You won't be disappointed!

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