Chinese Shrimp and Tofu Soup

Chinese Shrimp and Tofu Soup

This is a typical Chinese seafood soup recipe involving ginger, shrimp, and tofu. It is easy to make and fast! Good for cold weather too!

Prep Time:
30 mins
Cook Time:
10 mins
Total Time:
40 mins
Servings:
6

Ingredients

  • 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 (1/2-inch) piece fresh ginger root, minced
  • 6 ounces raw small shrimp, shelled and deveined
  • 1 quart chicken stock
  • 8 ounces tofu, diced small
  • 1/3 cup frozen peas, thawed
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 tablespoon cornstarch

Directions

Step 1
Heat oil in a large saucepan or wok over high heat. Cook garlic and ginger until fragrant and lightly browned. Stir in shrimp and stir fry until cooked, then remove and set aside. Pour in chicken stock and bring to a boil. Reduce heat to medium. Add tofu and peas, season with salt and pepper, then return to a simmer. Mix cornstarch with a little water to form a thin paste. Stir cornstarch into soup and continue to simmer until clear and thickened, about 1 minute. Stir shrimp back into soup and serve.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

99
Calories
5g
Fat
5g
Carbs
10g
Protein
Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 6
Calories 99
% Daily Value *
Total Fat5g 6%
Saturated Fat1g 4%
Cholesterol43mg 14%
Sodium896mg 39%
Total Carbohydrate5g 2%
Dietary Fiber1g 2%
Total Sugars1g
Protein10g
Vitamin C3mg 13%
Calcium154mg 12%
Iron3mg 16%
Potassium123mg 3%

*Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

**Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient.If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.

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