Canh Mướp Nấu Tôm

Canh Mướp Nấu Tôm is a light and refreshing Vietnamese soup featuring tender gourd and succulent shrimp, making it a perfect accompaniment to any meal. This nutritious dish combines the sweetness of fresh ingredients with a savory broth, delivering a burst of flavor in every spoonful.

Ingredients

• Mướp (gourd) - 200 grams, cut into thin slices
• Shrimp - 150 grams, peeled and deveined
• Garlic - 2 cloves, minced
• Shallots - 1 small, finely chopped
• Chicken or vegetable broth - 500 ml
• Fish sauce - 1 tablespoon
• Salt - to taste
• Pepper - to taste
• Vegetable oil - 1 teaspoon
• Fresh coriander - for garnish

Steps

1. Heat the vegetable oil in a pot over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and chopped shallots, sautéing until fragrant.
2. Add the shrimp to the pot and cook until they turn pink, about 3-4 minutes. Remove the shrimp and set aside.
3. Pour the chicken or vegetable broth into the pot and bring to a boil.
4. Once boiling, add the sliced mướp (gourd) to the broth. Cook for about 5-7 minutes until the gourd is tender.
5. Return the cooked shrimp to the pot, add fish sauce, salt, and pepper to taste. Simmer for another 2-3 minutes.
6. Remove from heat and garnish with fresh coriander before serving.

Nutrition

• Calories: 150
• Protein: 20 g
• Carbs: 10 g
• Fiber: 2 g
• Sugar: 3 g
• Sodium: 800 mg
• Cholesterol: 150 mg
• Total Fat: 3 g
• Saturated Fat: 0.5 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 2.5 g
• Water: 0.5 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in vitamins and minerals from the gourd and shrimp.
• Low in calories, making it a healthy option for weight management.

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