Recipe #58 - Spicy Thai Shrimp Soup

This is a delectable soup that originally came from our wonderful sister-in-law, Sallie DuMond. Elegant yet simple!

2 Tbsp. peanut oil
2 Tbsp. finely minced fresh ginger
1/2 tsp. crushed red pepper
5 cups vegetable or chicken stock
1 Tbsp. lime zest
1/2 cup white rice
3/4 lb. large shrimp, peeled and deveined
1 cup sliced mushrooms
1 cup coconut milk
1/2 cup chopped onion
2 Tbsp. fresh lime juice
4 green onions, finely sliced

Heat the peanut oil and add the ginger and red peppers. Saute for about one minute. Add the stock and bring to a boil. Add rice, reduce heat and simmer for 20 minutes. Add shrimp, mushrooms, coconut milk and onion, and cook for five minutes.

Add lime juice and garnish with green onions. Enjoy!