Miso-Ginger Lemon Shrimp Detox Broth: A Cleansing Bowl of Comfort Recipe
This Miso-Ginger Lemon Shrimp Detox Broth is a light, cleansing, and comforting bowl perfect for detoxification and revitalizing your body. Featuring a savory broth infused with miso, fresh ginger, and lemon, complemented by sautéed shrimp seasoned with aromatic spices, this recipe offers a harmonious blend of flavors packed with nourishing probiotics and antioxidants. Easy to prepare and deeply satisfying, it’s ideal for a healthy meal that feels like a warm hug.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Japanese-inspired
- Diet: Gluten Free
Ingredients
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For the Broth
- 8 cups water
- ½ cup white or light miso paste (gluten-free if preferred)
- 8 cloves garlic, finely grated
- 2 tablespoons fresh ginger, peeled and grated
- 1 tablespoon fresh horseradish root, peeled and grated
- 2 teaspoons avocado oil or coconut oil
- 2 tablespoons raw apple cider vinegar (with the “mother”)
- 1 teaspoon ground turmeric
- ½ teaspoon sea salt, or to taste
- Juice of 1 large lemon (about 2 tablespoons)
- Zest of ½ lemon (optional, for extra brightness)
For the Shrimp
- 1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined (tails optional)
- 1 tablespoon olive oil or avocado oil
- Pinch of salt and black pepper
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon paprika (optional for color)
For Garnish
- 1 scallion, thinly sliced
- Fresh parsley or cilantro leaves (optional)
Instructions
- Sauté the Shrimp: In a medium skillet, heat 1 tablespoon of oil over medium heat. Add the shrimp along with garlic powder, paprika, salt, and black pepper. Cook the shrimp for about 2 to 3 minutes per side until they turn pink and opaque. Remove from heat and set aside to keep warm.
- Build the Flavor Base: In a separate bowl, combine the finely grated garlic, fresh ginger, and horseradish root. Add ground turmeric, raw apple cider vinegar, avocado or coconut oil, and sea salt, then stir thoroughly to form a flavorful aromatic paste. Set this mixture aside.
- Heat the Broth: In a large pot, bring 8 cups of water to a gentle simmer over medium-high heat. Once steaming, lower the heat slightly to maintain the simmer without boiling aggressively.
- Blend the Miso Mixture: In another bowl, whisk about ½ cup of the hot simmering water into the miso paste until it forms a smooth and lump-free mixture. This helps incorporate the miso evenly into the broth.
- Combine and Infuse: Turn off the heat under the pot of water. Slowly whisk in the miso mixture along with the prepared aromatic paste until fully combined. Add the fresh lemon juice and optional lemon zest, stirring gently. Avoid boiling after adding miso and lemon to preserve their nutrients and probiotics.
- Assemble the Soup: Divide the cooked shrimp evenly among serving bowls. Ladle the hot, flavorful miso-lemon broth over the shrimp. Garnish with thinly sliced scallions and optional fresh parsley or cilantro leaves. Serve immediately and enjoy the comforting and detoxifying flavors.
Notes
- Do not boil the broth after adding miso and lemon juice to preserve the beneficial probiotics in miso.
- Use gluten-free miso paste if you require a gluten-free diet.
- The horseradish root adds a subtle heat and detoxifying effect but can be omitted if unavailable.
- The paprika is optional and primarily adds color, so feel free to skip if preferred.
- Fresh herbs as garnish add brightness but are optional based on availability or preference.
- This soup is best served fresh to enjoy its probiotics and vibrant flavors.
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