Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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6
servings
4 cup

chicken stock

2.5 tbsp

sugar

2.5 tbsp

fish sauce

1.5 tsp

Thai red curry paste

28 unit

unsweetened coconut milk

8 unit

mushrooms

sliced

1 lb

shrimp

peeled and deveined

0.33 cup

fresh cilantro

chopped

3 tbsp

lime juice

1 unit

cilantro leaf

whole

Step 1
~3 min

In a large pot, combine chicken stock, sugar, fish sauce, and red curry paste.

Step 2
~3 min

Bring the mixture to a boil and let it boil for 1 minute.

Step 3
~3 min

Add coconut milk and return to a boil.

Step 4
~3 min

Add sliced mushrooms, reduce heat, and simmer for about 4 minutes.

Step 5
~3 min

Add shrimp and simmer until they turn pink and opaque, approximately 2 minutes.

Step 6
~3 min

Remove the pot from heat.

Step 7
~3 min

Stir in chopped fresh cilantro and lime juice.

Step 8
~3 min

Serve hot, garnished with whole cilantro leaves.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Adjust the amount of red curry paste to your desired level of spiciness.

Use fresh lime juice for the best flavor.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

15 minutes

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

Can be made a day ahead, flavors meld together nicely.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Medium
Smell Intensity
Strong (curry and coconut)
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve with a side of jasmine rice.

Top with a dollop of plain yogurt or coconut cream (optional).

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Spring rolls
Green papaya salad

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

Southeast Asia

Cultural Significance

Commonly served as a comforting and flavorful soup.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Occasion Tags

Weeknight Meal
Casual Dinner
Comfort Food

Popularity Score

60/100

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