Description
This Chinese Shrimp Noodle Soup with Chili Crisp is a flavorful and comforting dish that combines succulent shrimp, savory broth, tender noodles, and a spicy kick of chili crisp. Perfect for cold days or when you’re craving a bowl of delicious soup with a twist.
Ingredients
For the Soup:
- 1 pound shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 8 cups chicken or vegetable broth
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1-inch piece of ginger, sliced
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
For the Chili Crisp:
- 1/4 cup chili flakes
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/4 cup vegetable oil
- 1 teaspoon sugar
- Salt to taste
For Serving:
- 8 oz dried noodles of your choice
- Green onions, thinly sliced
- Fresh cilantro, chopped
- Lime wedges
Instructions
- Prepare the Chili Crisp: In a small saucepan, heat the vegetable oil over medium heat. Add the garlic and cook until fragrant, about 1 minute. Stir in the chili flakes, sugar, and salt. Cook for another 1-2 minutes. Remove from heat and let cool.
- Cook the Noodles: Cook the noodles according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
- Make the Soup: In a large pot, bring the broth to a simmer. Add the garlic, ginger, soy sauce, rice vinegar, and sesame oil. Season with salt and pepper. Add the shrimp and cook until they turn pink and opaque, about 2-3 minutes.
- Assemble: Divide the cooked noodles among serving bowls. Ladle the hot soup over the noodles. Top with a spoonful of chili crisp. Garnish with green onions, cilantro, and a squeeze of lime juice.
- Serve: Enjoy your Chinese Shrimp Noodle Soup with Chili Crisp hot and fresh!
Notes
- You can adjust the amount of chili flakes in the chili crisp to suit your spice preference.
- Feel free to add other toppings like bean sprouts, bok choy, or sliced mushrooms.
- This soup is best served immediately to enjoy the flavors at their peak.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Chinese
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 1100mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 180mg
