Spicy Shrimp Soup W/ Bok Choy
By: LaToya S.
Published: Wednesday, March 2, 2011 - 2:00am

Ingredients




1 package of white flat rice noodles, (My pack was labeled" My Tho Noodle")
3 tablespoons sesame oil
1 inch piece of ginger, finely chopped
3 cloves garlic, finely chopped
1 onion, thinly sliced
1 tablespoon curry paste
1 bunch of bok choy, cleaned and chopped
1 quart chicken stock
3 teaspoons fish sauce
2 teaspoons soy sauce
1 pound of shrimp
1 lemon or lime, juiced
salt and pepper to taste
cilantro (optional), chopped for garnish

Preparation

1 Boil the noodles in salted water for approximately 4-5 minutes. Drain and set aside. You may toss the noodles with a little sesame oil to keep them from sticking. 2 In a pan, saute ginger, onion, and garlic until onion is soft. Add curry paste and saute for 1 more minute. Add bok choy and cook for 1-2 more minutes. 3 Add chicken stock, fish sauce, and soy sauce. Stir and bring to a boil, reduce to a simmer. Let the soup simmer for about 5 minutes. 4 Take the soup off the heat and add shrimp. The shrimp should be fully cooked in about 3-4 minutes. Add lemon/lime juice and adjust seasoning. Add salt and pepper if needed. 5 Add cilantro. Serve with reserved rice noodles and a small spoonful of Sweet Thai Chili Sauce.