Enjoy the exotic flavors of Thailand with our Easy Thai Shrimp Soup. This quick and flavorful dish features succulent shrimp, fresh vegetables, and aromatic Thai spices in a fragrant coconut milk broth. With its simplicity and vibrant taste, this soup is a delightful way to bring a taste of Southeast Asia to your table in no time.
INGREDIENTS
1 cup basmati rice
1 pound medium shrimp, peeled and deveined
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
2 tablespoons unsalted butter
1 onion, diced
1 red bell pepper, diced
2 tablespoons red curry paste
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 tablespoon freshly grated ginger
1 (12-ounce) can unsweetened coconut milk
3 cups vegetable stock
2 tablespoons freshly squeezed lime juice
2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro leaves
INSTRUCTIONS
In a large saucepan of 1 1 /2 cups water, cook rice according to package instructions; set aside.
Season shrimp with salt and pepper, to taste.
Melt butter in a large stockpot or Dutch oven over medium high heat. Add shrimp, and cook, stirring occasionally, until pink, about 2-3 minutes; set aside.
Add onion and bell pepper to the Dutch oven. Cook, stirring occasionally, until tender, about 3-4 minutes.
Stir in red curry paste, garlic and ginger until fragrant, about 2 minutes.
Stir in coconut milk and vegetable stock; season with salt and pepper, to taste. Bring to a boil; reduce heat and simmer until slightly thickened, about 8-10 minutes.
Stir in rice, shrimp, lime juice and cilantro