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Easy Coconut Curry Shrimp Soup

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This 20-minute coconut curry shrimp soup is rich, flavorful, and packed with Thai-inspired goodness—perfect for a quick, healthy dinner!

Ingredients

2 cups (400ml) coconut milk

6 oz (170g) shrimp, peeled and deveined

1/2 zucchini, chopped

5 lime leaves or stalks of lemongrass

1½ tsp red curry paste

Handful fresh cilantro, chopped

Instructions

Make the Broth:
In a small pot, add coconut milk and red curry paste. Cook over medium-high heat, stirring or whisking for 3–4 minutes until smooth and well combined.

Add Shrimp & Aromatics:
Add shrimp and lime leaves or lemongrass to the pot. Cook for a few minutes until shrimp turns pink and opaque.

Add Zucchini & Finish:
Stir in chopped zucchini. Turn off the heat immediately to retain a slight crunch.

Serve:
Remove lime leaves (if using). Ladle soup into bowls and top with fresh chopped cilantro.

Notes

Lime Leaves vs Lemongrass: Both work well to add citrusy flavor; remove before serving.

Protein Swap: You can substitute shrimp with tofu or chicken if preferred.

Spice Level: Adjust the curry paste to taste—use less for mild, more for spicy.

Make it a Meal: Serve with a side of cauliflower rice or a cucumber salad.