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A steaming bowl of spicy shrimp soup with fresh cilantro and lime wedges

Quick And Spicy Shrimp Soup

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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings 4 servings
Calories 185 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 1 lb raw shrimp, peeled and deveined
  • 1 liter chicken or vegetable broth
  • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
  • 3 cloves garlic , minced
  • 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, grated
  • 2 Thai bird 's eye chilies, thinly sliced
  • 1 cup sliced mushrooms
  • 2 tablespoons fish sauce
  • 1 tablespoon soy sauce
  • 1 tablespoon lime juice
  • 0.25 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
  • 2 scallions , sliced

Instructions
 

  • Heat oil in a large pot over medium heat and sauté garlic, ginger, and chilies for 1 minute until fragrant.
  • Add sliced mushrooms and cook for 2 minutes until softened.
  • Pour in the broth, fish sauce, and soy sauce, bringing the liquid to a gentle simmer.
  • Add the raw shrimp to the simmering broth and cook for 2 to 3 minutes until pink and opaque.
  • Remove from heat and stir in the lime juice to preserve its brightness.
  • Garnish with fresh cilantro and sliced scallions before serving.