Spicy Shrimp Soup with Lemongrass Recipe

Name: Spicy Shrimp Soup with Lemongrass Recipe
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1/4 pound shrimp; 4 cups water; 1 stalk fresh lemongrass, sliced; 1 can (8 oz.) straw mushroom, drained; 2 kaffir lime leaves; 1 to 3 tablespoons fish sauce*; 1/4 cup fresh lime juice; 2 tablespoons sliced green onions; 1 tablespoon chopped Chinese parsley; 1 to 4 red chile peppers, seeded and chopped, or 1/2 teaspoon red chile paste; Garnish: Chinese parsley sprigs

Servings: persons

1/4 pound shrimp
4 cups water
1 stalk fresh lemongrass, sliced
1 can (8 oz.) straw mushroom, drained
2 kaffir lime leaves
1 to 3 tablespoons fish sauce*
1/4 cup fresh lime juice
2 tablespoons sliced green onions
1 tablespoon chopped Chinese parsley
1 to 4 red chile peppers, seeded and chopped, or 1/2 teaspoon red chile paste
Garnish: Chinese parsley sprigs

1
Devein shrimp; leave tails on for color, if desired.
2
Bring water to a boil.
3
Add lemongrass and straw mushrooms; immediately reduce heat to medium-low.
4
Add shrimp and cook for 3 minutes; stir in fish sauce and lime juice.
5
Sprinkle with green onions, Chinese parsley, red chile peppers, if desired.
6
Serve hot.
7
Garnish with Chinese parsley sprigs.
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Note: Fresh mushrooms can be substituted for the canned mushrooms, but add at end of cooking time.
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Idea: Spicy Thai Vegetable Soup can be prepared by substituting tofu and mixed vegetables for the shrimp.
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Use 1/2 teaspoon of salt instead of the fish sauce.
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*The amount of fish sauce used in the recipe depends on the brand selected and personal taste.

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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 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1/4 pound shrimp, 4 cups water, 1 stalk fresh lemongrass, sliced, 1 can (8 oz.) straw mushroom, drained, and more.

Yes, Spicy Shrimp Soup with Lemongrass Recipe 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.

That's it — enjoy your meal!