Delicious and Simple Shrimp and Chayote Soup Recipe

Shrimp and chayote soup is a rustic yet incredibly appealing dish with the sweet taste of shrimp blending perfectly with the naturally crisp and sweet chayote. This soup is not only easy to make but also very nutritious, perfect for adding warmth to family meals.

Preparing the Ingredients

To make shrimp and chayote soup for 4 people, you will need the following ingredients:

• Chayote: 300g (about 1-2 fruits)
• Fresh or dried shrimp: 150g – 200g
• Green onions: 2 stalks
• Cilantro: 2 stalks (if available)
• Garlic: 2 cloves
• Cooking oil: 1 – 2 tablespoons
• Common seasonings: Salt, seasoning powder, sugar, pepper

Ingredients for making shrimp and chayote soup

Tips for Choosing Fresh Shrimp

• Choose shrimp with natural color, firm body, and no strange smell.
• If using dried shrimp, opt for those with a light orange or slightly yellow color, not damp, moldy, or with black spots.

How to Choose Fresh Chayote

• Select medium-sized, elongated chayote with dark green skin, no bruises or softness.
• The characteristic aroma of chayote will enhance the flavor of the soup.

Steps to Make Shrimp and Chayote Soup

Step 1: Preparing the Ingredients

• Chayote: Gently peel the skin, wash thoroughly, and cut into bite-sized pieces. Cut diagonally for a more appealing look.
• Shrimp:
  • If using fresh shrimp, peel the shells, remove the black vein along the back, wash, and let drain.
  • If using dried shrimp, soak in warm water for about 10 minutes to soften, then wash and let drain.
• Green onions and cilantro: Wash, chop the white parts of the green onions separately, and finely chop the green parts for garnish.
• Garlic: Mince finely.

Step 2: Sautéing the Shrimp

• Heat a pan over the stove, add 1 tablespoon of cooking oil. When the oil is hot, sauté the minced garlic until fragrant.
• Add the shrimp and stir-fry evenly over medium heat for about 3 – 5 minutes. If using dried shrimp, stir-fry until they become firm, then turn off the heat.

Sautéing shrimp to enhance the flavor of the soup

Step 3: Cooking the Soup

• Bring about 500ml of water to a boil in a large pot. Once boiling, add all the sautéed shrimp to the pot.
• Add seasonings including 1 tablespoon of seasoning powder, 1/2 teaspoon of salt, and 1/2 teaspoon of sugar. Continue boiling for about 7 – 10 minutes to let the broth become naturally sweet.
• Then, add the chayote to the pot, gently stir to submerge the chayote. Increase the heat and cook for another 3 – 5 minutes until the chayote is just tender, not mushy.
• Adjust the seasoning to taste, add the chopped green onions and cilantro, and sprinkle some pepper on top to make the soup more appealing.

Step 4: Finishing and Enjoying

• Ladle the soup into bowls, garnish with a bit of green onions and pepper to make the dish more visually appealing.
• Shrimp and chayote soup can be enjoyed hot with white rice or on its own, and it’s delicious either way.

Finished dish of delicious shrimp and chayote soup

Conclusion

With this simple shrimp and chayote soup recipe, you can easily prepare a refreshing and nutritious dish for your family. Try this recipe and share your feedback! Don’t forget to follow more articles on the Sổ Tay Món Ăn website to discover many other appealing recipes.

References:

• Tips for choosing fresh shrimp
• How to properly prepare chayote