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Bok Choi and Shrimp Soup Recipe

Ingredients with Measurements:
- 1 pound of shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 2 tablespoons of vegetable oil
- 1 onion, chopped
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 teaspoon of grated ginger
- 4 cups of chicken broth
- 1 cup of water
- 1 tablespoon of soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon of fish sauce
- 1 teaspoon of sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon of salt
- 1/4 teaspoon of black pepper
- 2 baby bok choi, chopped
- 1/4 cup of chopped cilantro
- 1 lime, cut into wedges

Special equipment needed:
- Large pot

Step-by-step instructions:

1. Heat the vegetable oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add the onion, garlic, and ginger, and sauté for 2-3 minutes until fragrant.

2. Add the chicken broth, water, soy sauce, fish sauce, sugar, salt, and black pepper. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and let simmer for 10 minutes.

3. Add the shrimp and bok choi, and let cook for 3-4 minutes until the shrimp are pink and cooked through.

4. Stir in the chopped cilantro.

5. Serve hot with a lime wedge on the side.


- Time:
Preparation time: 15 minutes
- Cooking time: 20 minutes
Temperature:
- Medium heat
Serving size:
- 4 servings

Nutritional information:
- Calories: 180
- Fat: 7g
- Carbohydrates: 9g
- Protein: 22g

Substitutions for ingredients:
- Chicken broth can be substituted with vegetable broth or water.
- Soy sauce can be substituted with tamari or coconut aminos.
- Fish sauce can be substituted with oyster sauce or Worcestershire sauce.
- Bok choi can be substituted with spinach or kale.

Variations:
- Add sliced mushrooms for extra flavor and texture.
- Use tofu instead of shrimp for a vegetarian version.
- Add a sliced chili pepper for some heat.

Tips and tricks:
- Make sure to devein the shrimp before cooking.
- Adjust the seasoning to taste.
- Garnish with additional cilantro or sliced green onions.

Storage instructions:
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

Reheating instructions:
- Reheat in a pot over medium heat until heated through.

Presentation ideas:
- Serve in individual bowls with a lime wedge on the side.

Garnishes:
- Chopped cilantro or green onions.

Pairings:
- Serve with steamed rice or noodles.

Suggested side dishes:
- Steamed vegetables or a side salad.

Troubleshooting advice:
- If the soup is too salty, add more water or broth to dilute the flavor.

Food safety advice:
- Make sure to cook the shrimp until they are pink and cooked through.

Food history:
- Bok choi is a type of Chinese cabbage that has been cultivated for over 6,000 years.

Flavor profiles:
- Savory, slightly sweet, and umami.

Serving suggestions:
- Serve as a light and healthy meal for lunch or dinner.

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Region: Chinese

Taste: Savory, Umami, Spicy, Tangy, Aromatic