Description

If you’re craving a quick dinner with bold flavors and a tropical twist, this Spicy Coconut Shrimp Soup is your perfect go-to. Creamy coconut milk, vibrant red curry paste, and juicy shrimp come together in a soul-warming bowl that’s bursting with taste. Whether you’re looking for comforting food ideas, easy dinner recipes, or spicy seafood dishes, this soup checks all the boxes.

The aromatic blend of garlic, ginger, and lime with tender shrimp creates an irresistible combination of heat and creaminess. It’s a deliciously easy recipe that brings excitement to your weeknight meals, adds variety to your soup lineup, and delivers a satisfying spoonful every time.

Ingredients

1 lb (450g) large shrimp, peeled and deveined

1 tablespoon coconut oil

1 small onion, finely chopped

3 cloves garlic, minced

1 tablespoon fresh ginger, grated

2 tablespoons Thai red curry paste

4 cups (1 liter) chicken or vegetable broth

1 can (13.5 oz / 400ml) full-fat coconut milk

1 tablespoon fish sauce (or soy sauce)

Juice of 1 lime

1 teaspoon brown sugar (optional)

1–2 red chilies, sliced

Fresh cilantro, chopped

Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

Heat coconut oil in a large pot over medium heat. Sauté chopped onion for 3–4 minutes until translucent.
Add minced garlic and grated ginger. Stir and cook for another minute.
Mix in red curry paste and stir constantly for 1–2 minutes to release flavor.
Pour in chicken or vegetable broth. Bring to a gentle simmer.
Stir in coconut milk, fish sauce, lime juice, and brown sugar. Season with salt and pepper. Simmer for 5–7 minutes.
Add shrimp and sliced chilies. Cook for 3–4 minutes until shrimp are pink and cooked through.
Remove from heat. Ladle into bowls and garnish with fresh cilantro and extra lime juice if desired.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Category: Dinner