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Quick & Spicy Shrimp Soup
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Quick & Spicy Shrimp Soup Recipe

A bold and flavorful soup that comes together in just 30 minutes. Perfect for a weeknight dinner, this soup combines tender shrimp with a spicy, savory broth and fresh vegetables. It’s light, comforting, and packs a punch of flavor in every spoonful.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4
Course: Soup
Cuisine: American
Calories: 180
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 lb 450g shrimp, peeled and deveined
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 medium onion chopped
  • 3 garlic cloves minced
  • 1- inch piece ginger grated
  • 2 medium carrots sliced
  • 2 stalks celery chopped
  • 4 cups chicken or vegetable broth
  • 2 tbsp soy sauce
  • 1 tbsp sriracha or chili paste
  • 1 tsp sesame oil
  • 1 cup mushrooms sliced
  • 2 green onions chopped
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Fresh cilantro for garnish

Method
 

  1. Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
  2. Sauté onion, garlic, and ginger until fragrant, about 2 minutes.
  3. Add carrots, celery, and mushrooms; cook for 3–4 minutes.
  4. Pour in broth, soy sauce, and sriracha; bring to a boil.
  5. Reduce heat and simmer for 5 minutes until vegetables are tender.
  6. Add shrimp and cook until pink and opaque, about 3–4 minutes.
  7. Stir in sesame oil and adjust seasoning with salt and pepper.
  8. Serve hot, garnished with green onions and cilantro.

Notes

  • Use frozen shrimp if fresh isn’t available and adjust spice level to your taste.

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