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Canh Rau Cai Tom

Cultural Context

Canh Rau Cai Tom is a beloved Vietnamese soup that highlights the fresh, vibrant flavors of local vegetables and seafood. Traditionally served as a comforting dish, it reflects the importance of seasonal produce in Vietnamese cuisine. This soup is often enjoyed as a light meal or alongside rice, showcasing the balance of flavors and textures that characterize Vietnamese cooking. Today, variations of this dish can be found in many Vietnamese households and restaurants, adapting to available ingredients and personal preferences.

VietnameseVNmain
45 min
medium
4 servings
Servings4
1 lb shrimp
4 cups mustard greens
4 cups water
1 tablespoon fish sauce
1 tablespoon rock sugar
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup green onions
1/4 cup cilantro

Quantities are estimated based on standard recipes for your convenience. The actual ingredients used in this video are accurate.

fish sauce

🥗Healthier: soy sauce

💰Cheaper: salt

Soy sauce provides umami flavor while reducing sodium.

shrimp

🥗Healthier: tofu

💰Cheaper: canned tuna

Tofu is lower in calories and can still provide protein.

1

Heat vegetable oil in a pot over high heat.

2

Add shrimp to the pot and sauté briefly.

3

Pour in water and add mushroom seasoning, salt, and rock sugar; bring to a boil.

4

Add Chinese greens to the boiling mixture.

5

Garnish with chopped green onions and cilantro before serving.

Cooking Techniques

sautéingboiling

Equipment Needed

potknifecutting boardmeasuring spoons

Spice Level:

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Dietary

pescatarian

Allergens

shellfishsoy

Also Known As

Vietnamese Shrimp Vegetable SoupCanh Rau Cải

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