Shrimp Broth with Lemongrass, Chili and Ginger

Shrimp Broth with Lemongrass, Chili and Ginger
Shrimp Broth with Lemongrass, Chili and Ginger
A combination of spicy, tangy and aromatic flavors, this light soup is also really satisfying.
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Asian Soup/Stew Garlic Ginger Low Carb Low Fat Shrimp Summer Healthy Lemongrass Simmer Bon Appétit
  • 2 tablespoons minced garlic
  • 1 1/2 tablespoons finely chopped cilantro
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons fresh lime juice
  • 1 cup finely chopped carrot

Preparation Peel and devein shrimp; reserve shells. Halve shrimp lengthwise. Transfer shrimp to small bowl. Cover and chill. Combine reserved shrimp shells, broth and next 4 ingredients in large pot. Bring to boil. Reduce heat; simmer uncovered 20 minutes to blend flavors, stirring and skimming surface occasionally. (Can be made 1 day ahead. Cover; chill.) Strain broth into large bowl, pressing on solids with back of spoon to release as much liquid as possible; discard solids. Return broth to pot. Bring to simmer. Remove from heat. Add shrimp, herbs, chili and lime juice. Cover and let stand until shrimp are opaque, stirring once, about 2 minutes. Ladle into bowls. Garnish with lime. Per Serving: calories, 122; total fat, 4 g; saturated fat, 1 g; cholesterol, 88 mg. Nutritional analysis provided by Bon Appétit

Preparation Peel and devein shrimp; reserve shells. Halve shrimp lengthwise. Transfer shrimp to small bowl. Cover and chill. Combine reserved shrimp shells, broth and next 4 ingredients in large pot. Bring to boil. Reduce heat; simmer uncovered 20 minutes to blend flavors, stirring and skimming surface occasionally. (Can be made 1 day ahead. Cover; chill.) Strain broth into large bowl, pressing on solids with back of spoon to release as much liquid as possible; discard solids. Return broth to pot. Bring to simmer. Remove from heat. Add shrimp, herbs, chili and lime juice. Cover and let stand until shrimp are opaque, stirring once, about 2 minutes. Ladle into bowls. Garnish with lime. Per Serving: calories, 122; total fat, 4 g; saturated fat, 1 g; cholesterol, 88 mg. Nutritional analysis provided by Bon Appétit