Description
This Quick and Spicy Shrimp Soup is a vibrant, flavorful dish that can be made in under 30 minutes, ideal for busy weeknights. With a balance of savory ingredients, zesty lime, and customizable heat, it provides a comforting yet exciting culinary experience.
Ingredients
2 tablespoons Olive Oil
1 medium Yellow Onion, finely diced
3 cloves Garlic, minced
1 tablespoon Fresh Ginger, grated
1 Red Bell Pepper, deseeded and diced
1–2 Jalapeños or Serrano Peppers, deseeded and minced (adjust to your spice preference)
1 (14.5 ounce) can Diced Tomatoes, undrained
4 cups Vegetable Broth
1 (13.5 ounce) can Full-Fat Coconut Milk
1 tablespoon Fish Sauce (halal-certified, or substitute with Soy Sauce)
1 teaspoon Ground Turmeric
1/2 teaspoon Cayenne Pepper (optional, for extra heat)
1 pound Large Shrimp, peeled and deveined (fresh or thawed frozen)
Juice of 1 Lime
1/2 cup Fresh Cilantro, chopped, plus more for garnish
Salt and Freshly Ground Black Pepper to taste
Instructions
- Sauté Aromatics: Heat the olive oil in a large pot or Dutch oven over medium heat. Add the diced onion and cook until softened and translucent, about 5-7 minutes. Stir in the minced garlic and grated ginger, cooking for another minute until fragrant
- Add Vegetables & Spice: Toss in the diced red bell pepper and minced jalapeños (or serrano peppers). Cook for about 3-4 minutes until softened
- Incorporate Tomatoes & Seasonings: Pour in the can of diced tomatoes (undrained), vegetable broth, coconut milk, fish sauce, ground turmeric, and cayenne pepper (if using). Stir everything together
- Simmer & Build Flavor: Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer. Reduce the heat to low, cover the pot, and let the soup simmer for 10-15 minutes
- Cook the Shrimp: Increase the heat back to medium-low. Add the peeled and deveined shrimp and cook for 2-4 minutes, or until they turn pink and opaque
- Finish & Serve: Remove the pot from the heat. Stir in the fresh lime juice and chopped cilantro. Adjust seasonings with salt and pepper as needed. Serve immediately
Notes
Always use fresh, good-quality shrimp if possible to avoid rubbery texture.
Adjust spice level by altering the amount of peppers used.
Feel free to add additional vegetables based on what you have in your fridge.
- Prep Time: 20 mins
- Cook Time: 10 mins
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 340 kcal
- Sugar: 8 g
- Sodium: 850 mg
- Fat: 20 g
- Saturated Fat: 12 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 16 g
- Fiber: 4 g
- Protein: 28 g
- Cholesterol: 175 mg