Chili Crab Shrimp Soup

Dive into the bold, exotic flavors of Chili Crab Shrimp Soup, a soul-warming seafood medley perfect for your next dinner adventure. This hearty soup combines tender crab meat and plump shrimp in a luscious coconut milk base, infused with fragrant ginger, garlic, and a kick of red chili paste for a spicy twist. Fresh tomatoes and seafood stock create a rich, savory broth, while a splash of lime juice and fish sauce adds the perfect balance of tang and umami. Finished with optional garnishes of cilantro and green onions, this vibrant dish is as visually stunning as it is delicious. Ready in just 45 minutes, this creamy, spicy seafood soup is ideal for impressing guests or savoring a comforting meal at home. Whether you're a seafood lover or simply seeking a unique twist on traditional soups, this recipe promises a delightful burst of flavor in every spoonful!

Nutriscore Rating: 71/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 medium onion, finely chopped
• 3 garlic cloves, minced
• 1 tablespoon ginger, grated
• 2 tablespoons red chili paste
• 3 medium fresh tomatoes, chopped
• 1 cup coconut milk
• 4 cups seafood stock
• 1 pound crab meat, cooked and shredded
• 1 pound shrimp, peeled and deveined
• 1 tablespoon fish sauce
• 1 teaspoon sugar
• 2 tablespoons lime juice
• 2 tablespoons cilantro, chopped (optional garnish)
• 2 tablespoons green onions, sliced (optional garnish)
• 0 to taste salt
• 0 to taste black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.

Step 2

Add the chopped onion and sauté until translucent, about 3-4 minutes.

Step 3

Stir in the minced garlic and grated ginger, cooking for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.

Step 4

Add the red chili paste and cook for another 2 minutes, stirring well.

Step 5

Stir in the chopped tomatoes and cook until they break down into a sauce, about 5 minutes.

Step 6

Pour in the coconut milk and seafood stock, stirring to combine. Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer.

Step 7

Add the cooked crab meat and shrimp to the pot. Simmer until the shrimp turn pink and are cooked through, about 3-5 minutes.

Step 8

Stir in the fish sauce, sugar, lime juice, and season with salt and black pepper to taste.

Step 9

Remove from heat and ladle the soup into bowls.

Step 10

Garnish each bowl with chopped cilantro and sliced green onions, if desired.

Step 11

Serve hot and enjoy your flavorful Chili Crab Shrimp Soup!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2755.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1488.2

Total Fat 43.6g	0%
Saturated Fat 6.8g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 1126.0mg	0%
Sodium 12004.3mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 72.5g	0%
Dietary Fiber 9.2g	0%
Total Sugars 40.1g
Protein 215.1g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 832.3mg	0%
Iron 10.0mg	0%
Potassium 4307.5mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 25.4%

Protein: 55.8%

Carbs: 18.8%