Aromatic Shrimp And Noodle Medicine Soup Recipe

Name: Aromatic Shrimp And Noodle Medicine Soup
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 6 whole cloves; 6 green cardamom pods; 4 star anise pods; 3 dried chiles de arbol; 2 (3-inch) cinnamon sticks; 2 teaspoons black peppercorns; 1 bunch cilantro; 3 medium shallots, halved through root ends; 5 garlic cloves, smashed; 2 (6-inch) pieces lemongrass, tough outer layer removed, lightly smashed; 1 (4-inch) piece ginger, peeled, sliced 1/2-inch thick; ½ cups low-sodium chicken broth; 1 tablespoon fish sauce; Kosher salt, freshly ground pepper; 1/2 cup cashews; 1 medium shallot, chopped; 1 Fresno chile, chopped; 1 (3-inch) piece lemongrass, tough outer layer removed, finely chopped; 1 (1-inch) piece ginger, peeled, finely chopped; 1 tablespoon dark brown sugar; 1 tablespoon shrimp paste with bean oil; 2 tablespoons vegetable oil; 4 (12-ounce) packages ramen noodles; 1 pound shrimp, peeled and deveined; 8 ounces mung bean sprouts; 4 scallions, thinly sliced on a diagonal; Fresh tender herbs (such as Thai basil, cilantro, and/or mint); Freshly ground black pepper; Chili oil and lime wedges (for serving)

Servings: persons

6 whole cloves
6 green cardamom pods
4 star anise pods
3 dried chiles de arbol
2 (3-inch) cinnamon sticks
2 teaspoons black peppercorns
1 bunch cilantro
3 medium shallots, halved through root ends
5 garlic cloves, smashed
2 (6-inch) pieces lemongrass, tough outer layer removed, lightly smashed
1 (4-inch) piece ginger, peeled, sliced 1/2-inch thick
½ cups low-sodium chicken broth
1 tablespoon fish sauce
Kosher salt, freshly ground pepper
1/2 cup cashews
1 medium shallot, chopped
1 Fresno chile, chopped
1 (3-inch) piece lemongrass, tough outer layer removed, finely chopped
1 (1-inch) piece ginger, peeled, finely chopped
1 tablespoon dark brown sugar
1 tablespoon shrimp paste with bean oil
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
4 (12-ounce) packages ramen noodles
1 pound shrimp, peeled and deveined
8 ounces mung bean sprouts
4 scallions, thinly sliced on a diagonal
Fresh tender herbs (such as Thai basil, cilantro, and/or mint)
Freshly ground black pepper
Chili oil and lime wedges (for serving)

1
Toast cloves, cardamom, star anise, chiles, cinnamon, and peppercorns in a large pot over medium heat, tossing often, until fragrant, about 2 minutes. Add cilantro, shallots, garlic, lemongrass, ginger, broth, and fish sauce and bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer until flavors meld, 1-1 1/2 hours. Strain into a large bowl, pressing on solids. Return broth to pot; season with salt and pepper.
2
Pulse cashews in a food processor until very finely ground. Add shallot, chile, lemongrass, ginger, brown sugar, and shrimp paste; process until smooth. Heat oil in a small skillet over medium and cook paste, stirring, until beginning to brown, about 2 minutes.
3
Cook noodles according to package directions. Drain; rinse under cold water. Bring broth to a simmer, add shrimp, and cook until cooked through, about 2 minutes. Divide noodles among bowls. Add 2 Tbsp. paste to each and ladle broth over; stir to incorporate paste. Top with shrimp, sprouts, scallions, and herbs; season with pepper. Serve with chili oil and lime wedges alongside.

995

kcal

Calories

Fat

177

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 29 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 6 whole cloves, 6 green cardamom pods, 4 star anise pods, 3 dried chiles de arbol, and more.

Yes, Aromatic Shrimp And Noodle Medicine Soup falls under the Seafood category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

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Aromatic Shrimp And Noodle Medicine Soup

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