Chinese Shrimp and Tofu Soup
Description
This Chinese shrimp and tofu soup recipe is a typical, easy Chinese seafood soup that combines ginger, garlic, shrimp, tofu, and peas to warm you up.
Ingredients
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1 tablespoon vegetable oil
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2 cloves garlic, minced
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1 (1/2 inch) piece fresh ginger root, minced
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6 ounces raw small shrimp, shelled and deveined
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1 quart chicken stock
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8 ounces tofu, diced small
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1/3 cup frozen peas, thawed
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1 teaspoon salt
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1/2 teaspoon black pepper
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1 tablespoon cornstarch
Directions
1
Heat oil in a large saucepan or wok over high heat. Add garlic and ginger; cook until fragrant and lightly browned. Add shrimp; stir-fry until cooked. Transfer to a bowl; set aside.
2
Add chicken stock to the saucepan; bring to a boil. Reduce heat to medium. Add tofu and peas; season with salt and black pepper. Return to a simmer.
3
Mix cornstarch with a little water to form a thin paste; stir into soup and continue to simmer until clear and thickened, about 1 minute. Return shrimp to soup; stir and serve.