Coconut shrimp soup

Preparation Time: 15 minutes
Cooking Time: 20 minutes
Serves: 4

Ingredients:

• 1 pound (450g) large shrimp, peeled and deveined
• 2 tablespoons coconut oil
• 1 onion, finely chopped
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 tablespoon ginger, grated
• 1 red bell pepper, thinly sliced
• 1 carrot, julienned
• 8 oz (225g) shiitake mushrooms, sliced
• 3 tablespoons red curry paste
• 1 can (14 oz/400ml) coconut milk
• 4 cups (950ml) chicken or vegetable broth
• 2 tablespoons fish sauce
• 1 tablespoon soy sauce
• 1 tablespoon brown sugar
• Juice of 1 lime
• Salt and pepper to taste
• Fresh cilantro leaves for garnish
• Cooked rice or rice noodles for serving

Instructions:

1. Prepare Shrimp (Medium Intensity):
   • Season the shrimp with salt and pepper. Set aside.
2. Sauté Aromatics (Medium-High Intensity):
   • In a large pot or Dutch oven, heat coconut oil over medium-high heat. Add chopped onion, minced garlic, and grated ginger. Sauté until fragrant.
3. Add Vegetables (Medium Intensity):
   • Add sliced red bell pepper, julienned carrot, and sliced shiitake mushrooms. Cook until the vegetables are slightly softened.
4. Incorporate Curry Paste (Medium-High Intensity):
   • Stir in the red curry paste and cook for 1-2 minutes until aromatic.
5. Pour Coconut Milk and Broth (Medium Intensity):
   • Pour in the coconut milk and chicken or vegetable broth. Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer.
6. Season (Medium-High Intensity):
   • Add fish sauce, soy sauce, brown sugar, and lime juice. Adjust the seasoning with salt and pepper according to taste.
7. Cook Shrimp (Medium-High Intensity):
   • Gently add the seasoned shrimp to the simmering soup. Cook for 5-7 minutes or until the shrimp are opaque and cooked through.
8. Serve (Low Intensity):
   • Ladle the coconut shrimp soup over cooked rice or rice noodles.
   • Garnish with fresh cilantro leaves.
9. Enjoy your Coconut Shrimp Soup! (Low Intensity):

Note: Customize the spice level by adjusting the amount of red curry paste. You can also add additional vegetables like spinach or bean sprouts for extra freshness. This flavorful coconut shrimp soup is a comforting and satisfying meal.