Spicy Shrimp and Lobster Coconut Soup

By es123

Ingredients

• 2 (4-inch) pieces lemongrass stalk, smashed
• 1 teaspoon whole coriander seeds
• 2 teaspoons olive oil
• 1/2 cup diced yellow onion
• 1/2 red bell pepper, seeds and stem removed, and diced
• 2 teaspoons minced garlic
• 4 teaspoons minced fresh ginger
• 2 cups shrimp stock
• 1/2 Scotch bonnet pepper, seeded and minced
• 1 1/4 teaspoons kosher salt
• 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
• 12 ounces medium shrimp, peeled and deveined
• 2 spiny lobster tails, meat removed and diced
• 2 1/2 cups unsweetened coconut milk
• 1/4 cup fresh lime juice
• 3 to 4 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro leaves
• Fresh cilantro sprigs, for garnish

Preparation

Step 1

Place the lemongrass stalks and coriander in dampened cheesecloth and tie together with kitchen twine. Set aside.



Heat oil in a medium stockpot over medium-high heat. Add onions and bell peppers, and saute 2 to 3 minutes, or until softened. Add garlic and ginger and cook, stirring constantly, for about 2 minutes. Add the spice bag, shrimp stock, and Scotch bonnet pepper. Season the soup with the salt and pepper. Bring to a simmer and cook for about 10 minutes.



Add the shrimp and diced lobster meat and simmer for an additional 4 to 5 minutes just until the seafood is cooked through. Stir in the coconut milk, lime juice, and chopped cilantro and cook 2 to 3 minutes or until heated through. Remove the spice bag from the soup and ladle into warmed soup bowls. Garnish with fresh cilantro sprigs and serve immediately.