Vietnamese Chayote Squash Soup with Minced Shrimp (Canh Su Su Nau Tom Bam)
Ingredients
- 1 1/2 lbs chayote squash
about 2 whole squash, slice into thick match sticks
- 10 oz shrimp
peel, devein and mince into paste
- 2 tablespoons fish sauce
- 2 tablespoons chicken or mushroom bouillon powder
- 1 tablespoon granulated white sugar
- 1 teaspoon sea salt
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/8 teaspoon ground black pepper
- 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
- 2 green onions
slice thinly; separate whites and greens
- 1 shallot
peel and mince
- 3 garlic cloves
peel and mince
- 2 quarts water
Directions
- 1
shrimp with fish sauce, chicken/mushroom bouillon stock powder, sugar, salt, baking soda, ground black pepper and the green part of green onions/scallions for 15 minutes.
- 2
In a medium stock pot, add oil and heat on high. Add shallot and garlic. Sauté until fragrant and lightly brown (30 seconds).
- 3
(be careful of oil splatter) and chayote. Bring pot to a boil then reduce heat to a low simmer and cook until chayote is fork tender (about 7 minutes).
- 4
a tablespoon at a time, and drop them into the pot like dumplings. Make sure to get all the marinade into the pot. When shrimp floats to the top, turn off heat. Soup is ready.
Vietnamese Chayote Squash Soup with Minced Shrimp (Canh Su Su Nau Tom Bam)
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About this Recipe
Looking for a light, flavorful Vietnamese soup to complement your next meal? This quick Chayote Squash Soup with Minced Shrimp (Canh Su Su Nau Tom Bam) is the perfect savory accompaniment to steamed rice, bringing comforting flavors to your table with minimal effort.
This recipe shines by highlighting the timeless pairing of tender chayote squash and delicate minced shrimp, a classic combination in Vietnamese cuisine. The preparation is designed for efficiency, making it an ideal choice for a fast, flavorful side dish that comes together quickly for busy weeknights.
You can anticipate a wonderfully savory broth, enriched by fish sauce, chicken or mushroom bouillon powder, and the rich essence of fresh shrimp. The chayote squash will be tender yet retain a pleasant bite, offering a mild, subtly sweet counterpoint to the savory elements. Finely minced shrimp provides delicate, umami-rich morsels throughout the soup, contributing to its comforting texture. This dish is designed to be a light, yet deeply satisfying, addition to your table, offering warmth and authentic Vietnamese flavors without being overly heavy.
While shrimp is traditional for this soup, you could explore substituting other minced proteins like pork or chicken if preferred. To enhance the aromatic base, feel free to adjust the quantity of shallots, garlic, or green onion whites to your taste. A little extra ground black pepper or a fresh green onion garnish can also brighten the final presentation.
Serve this heartwarming soup alongside a bowl of hot steamed rice for a complete, comforting meal. It's excellent as a light starter or a soothing side dish for any family dinner.