Red Snapper and Star Fruit Soup Recipe

Name: Red Snapper and Star Fruit Soup
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 tablespoons vegetable oil; Shells from 2 1/2 pounds medium shrimp (about 4 1/2 cups); 2 shallots, peeled and sliced; 1 2-inch piece ginger, sliced; 2 cloves garlic, sliced; 2 tomatoes, chopped; 1 stalk lemongrass, bruised; 2 whole Thai chili peppers, sliced; Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste; 2 star fruits, very thinly sliced; 1 pound red snapper fillets, very thinly sliced; 1 lime, preferably key lime, halved; Cilantro leaves for garnish

Servings: persons

2 tablespoons vegetable oil
Shells from 2 1/2 pounds medium shrimp (about 4 1/2 cups)
2 shallots, peeled and sliced
1 2-inch piece ginger, sliced
2 cloves garlic, sliced
2 tomatoes, chopped
1 stalk lemongrass, bruised
2 whole Thai chili peppers, sliced
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
2 star fruits, very thinly sliced
1 pound red snapper fillets, very thinly sliced
1 lime, preferably key lime, halved
Cilantro leaves for garnish

1
In a large, heavy kettle, heat the oil over high heat and add the shrimp shells.
2
Cook, tossing continually, for 2 minutes.
3
Add the shallots, ginger and garlic and continue to cook for 3 more minutes, or until the shells are lightly browned.
4
Add 10 cups of water, the tomatoes, lemongrass and chilies and bring to a boil.
5
Lower the heat and simmer, uncovered, until the liquid is reduced to 5 cups, about 1 hour.
6
Strain the broth, pressing down on the shells to extract as much liquid as possible.
7
Return the broth to the pot and season to taste with salt and freshly ground black pepper.
8
When ready to serve, bring the broth back to a simmer.
9
Add the star fruits and red snapper.
10
Lightly squeeze the lime over the soup and then drop it into the pot.
11
Simmer for 2 minutes, or until the fish is just cooked through.
12
Remove from the heat and serve immediately, garnished with cilantro leaves.

128

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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 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 tablespoons vegetable oil, Shells from 2 1/2 pounds medium shrimp (about 4 1/2 cups), 2 shallots, peeled and sliced, 1 2-inch piece ginger, sliced, and more.

Yes, Red Snapper and Star Fruit Soup falls under the Soups & Stews 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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Red Snapper and Star Fruit Soup

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Variations & substitutions

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