BEEF AND COCONUT SOUP WITH CRISPY SHALLOTS

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Pan-fried until crisp, shallots are served as a crunchy garnish; coconut milk, ginger, plus the heat of jalapeno add up to Asian flavor.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Soups, Stews & Stocks     Soup Recipes

Time 45m

Number Of Ingredients 11

1/4 cup vegetable oil
4 shallots (5 to 6 ounces total), peeled, halved lengthwise, and thinly sliced crosswise (about 1 cup)
5 ounces shiitake mushrooms, stems removed, caps thinly sliced
4 carrots, sliced into ribbons with a vegetable peeler (about 2 cups)
1 piece fresh ginger (3 inches long), peeled and finely minced
1 medium jalapeno pepper (ribs and seeds removed for less heat, if desired), finely minced
Coarse salt and ground pepper
1 can (13.5 ounces) coconut milk
1 sirloin steak (12 ounces), thinly sliced crosswise
1 1/2 teaspoons grated lime zest and 1/4 cup juice (from about 2 limes)
Cilantro leaves (optional)

Steps:

  • In a medium saucepan, heat oil over medium-high. Add 3/4 cup shallots; cook, stirring frequently and being careful not to burn, until golden, 3 to 4 minutes. Using a slotted spoon, transfer shallots to a paper-towel-lined plate to drain. Discard all but 1 tablespoon of the pan oil.
  • In same pan over medium heat, add mushrooms, carrots, ginger, jalapeno, and remaining cup shallots; season with salt and pepper. Cook until carrots have softened and mushrooms have begun to release their liquid, 3 to 5 minutes.
  • Add coconut milk, beef, and 3 cups water; bring to a boil. Reduce to a simmer, and cook 5 minutes. Stir in lime zest and juice; remove from heat.
  • Ladle soup into serving bowls; garnish with shallots and, if desired, cilantro leaves.

Dagi Man
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I'm not a big fan of coconut milk, but I still liked this soup.


Alaa Rabie
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This soup is a great way to get your kids to eat vegetables.


Henry Watkins
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I had to substitute some of the ingredients, but the soup still turned out great.


Saleem Umar
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The soup was a bit too spicy for my taste, but I still enjoyed it.


Kylah Martin
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This soup is a bit time-consuming to make, but it's worth it. The flavors are amazing!


Thabang Bafana
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I added some chopped cilantro to the soup for extra flavor. It was delicious!


Raja Abuzar
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This soup is a great way to use up leftover beef. It's also a great freezer meal.


Adan Aulla
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I made this soup for a party and it was a hit! Everyone loved the unique flavor combination.


Roxanne Rios
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This soup is so flavorful and comforting. It's perfect for a cold winter day.


lalit bist
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The crispy shallots were a great touch. They added a nice crunch and flavor to the soup.


Bilal Bhangoo9080
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This soup was easy to make and packed with flavor. I especially loved the combination of beef and coconut milk. It was a great way to warm up on a cold night.


Adil Chowdhury
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I followed the recipe exactly and the soup turned out amazing! The beef was tender, the coconut milk was creamy, and the crispy shallots were the perfect garnish. I'll definitely be making this again.


Naomi Omondi
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This beef and coconut soup was a delightful blend of sweet, salty, and savory flavors. The crispy shallots added an interesting texture and richness that really elevated the dish.