Hot and Sour Seafood Soup (Thai) Recipe

Name: Hot and Sour Seafood Soup (Thai)
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1/2 pound shrimp small, fresh, deveined, shells reserved; 2 quarts chicken broth; 2 each serrano chiles green, seeded and chopped; 1 teaspoon salt; 1 x limes zest of; 4 each kaffir lime leaves; 3 stalks lemongrass cut into 1inch pieces; 1/2 pound scallops; 2 tablespoons fish sauce; 3 each limes juice of; 3 tablespoons cilantro fresh, chopped; 1 each serrano chiles red, chopped, and slivered; 6 each mushrooms, shiitake sliced; 2 each scallions, spring or green onions sliced, julienne

Servings: persons

1/2 pound shrimp small, fresh, deveined, shells reserved
2 quarts chicken broth
2 each serrano chiles green, seeded and chopped
1 teaspoon salt
1 x limes zest of
4 each kaffir lime leaves
3 stalks lemongrass cut into 1inch pieces
1/2 pound scallops
2 tablespoons fish sauce
3 each limes juice of
3 tablespoons cilantro fresh, chopped
1 each serrano chiles red, chopped, and slivered
6 each mushrooms, shiitake sliced
2 each scallions, spring or green onions sliced, julienne

1
Combine shrimp shells with stock, chilies, salt, lime, zest, lime leaves and lemongrass stalks in heavy non-aluminum pot.
2
Bring to a boil, reduce heat, cover and simmer for 20 to 30 minutes.
3
Strain.
4
Returnliquid to pot and place over medium-high heat and bring to a boil.
5
Add shrimp and scallops and cook for 1 minute.
6
Stir in fish sauce and juice of limes.
7
Add chopped cilantro, slivered red chili and shiitake slices, and green onions.
8
Stir and pour into a tureen or ladle into individual bowls.

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* 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

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

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 14 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1/2 pound shrimp small, fresh, deveined, shells reserved, 2 quarts chicken broth, 2 each serrano chiles green, seeded and chopped, 1 teaspoon salt, and more.

Yes, Hot and Sour Seafood Soup (Thai) 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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Hot and Sour Seafood Soup (Thai)

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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