Description
Creamy Thai Shrimp Coconut Curry Soup is a delightful fusion of rich flavors and comforting warmth, perfect for cozy nights or impressing guests. This easy-to-make soup combines fresh shrimp, vibrant vegetables, and creamy coconut milk, infused with aromatic spices. Each spoonful transports you to a tropical paradise, making it an unforgettable meal that warms both the heart and soul.
Ingredients
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- 1 lb shrimp (peeled and deveined)
- 1 can (13.5 oz) full-fat coconut milk
- 2 tbsp red curry paste
- 1 cup vegetable broth
- 1 cup bell peppers (sliced)
- 1 cup carrots (sliced)
- 1 cup snap peas
- 2 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1 tsp fresh ginger (grated)
- Juice of 1 lime
- Fresh cilantro (for garnish)
Instructions
- 1. Prep your ingredients: Chop vegetables into bite-sized pieces.
- 2. Sauté aromatics: In a large pot over medium heat, heat 1 tbsp oil and add minced garlic and grated ginger until fragrant, about 1 minute.
- 3. Add vegetables & curry paste: Stir in chopped vegetables and red curry paste, cooking until veggies soften, around 3-4 minutes.
- 4. Pour in coconut milk & simmer: Add coconut milk and vegetable broth; bring to a simmer for creamy goodness.
- 5. Add shrimp & cook until pink: Gently stir in shrimp; cook for 3-5 minutes until shrimp turns pink and opaque.
- 6. Finish with lime juice & herbs: Remove from heat, stir in lime juice, garnish with cilantro, and serve.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: Thai
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 175mg