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Spicy and Satisfying Healthy Shrimp Soup Recipe

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If you’re craving something warm, nourishing, and full of bold flavors without being heavy, this Healthy Shrimp Soup Recipe is exactly what you need.

Ingredients

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1 tablespoon olive oil
1 small yellow onion, diced
1 red bell pepper, diced
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 teaspoon fresh grated ginger
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1 teaspoon chili powder
½ teaspoon smoked paprika
½ teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional, for extra heat)
4 cups low-sodium chicken broth or seafood broth
1 tablespoon fish sauce (optional, for umami)
1 (14.5 oz) can diced tomatoes
1 cup canned coconut milk (light or full-fat)
1 pound raw shrimp, peeled and deveined
Juice of 1 lime
Salt and pepper, to taste
Fresh cilantro or parsley, for garnish

Optional additions:
Corn kernels, sliced zucchini, spinach, or rice noodles
Scallops or chunks of white fish
Chopped green onions for extra freshness

Instructions

Step 1 – Sauté the aromatics
Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add the diced onion and bell pepper, and sauté for 3–4 minutes until slightly softened. Stir in the garlic and ginger and cook for another minute until fragrant.

Step 2 – Add the spices
Sprinkle in the cumin, chili powder, paprika, and red pepper flakes. Stir to coat the vegetables evenly, letting the spices toast slightly for extra flavor.

Step 3 – Build the broth
Pour in the broth, fish sauce (if using), and diced tomatoes with their juice. Bring the soup to a gentle boil, then reduce heat and let it simmer for 10 minutes.

Step 4 – Add the coconut milk and shrimp
Stir in the coconut milk and let it warm through for 2–3 minutes. Then add the shrimp and simmer for 3–5 minutes, or until the shrimp turn pink and opaque. Be careful not to overcook them.

Step 5 – Finish with lime juice and herbs
Squeeze in the lime juice and taste the soup. Adjust seasoning with salt and pepper as needed. Garnish with chopped cilantro or parsley.

Notes

A good seafood broth soup starts with aromatics. Onions, garlic, ginger, and bell peppers create the perfect base. Toasting the spices briefly before adding the liquids deepens the flavor, and adding coconut milk creates richness without cream.

Want even more depth? Stir in a splash of fish sauce, soy sauce, or tamari. Add some fresh herbs at the end, like cilantro or basil, and don’t forget that fresh lime juice—it brightens every spoonful.

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