Tomato and Crab Soup

Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Health score
19%
Tomato and Crab Soup
45 min.
6
149kcal

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Welcome to a culinary delight that perfectly balances flavors and textures: Tomato and Crab Soup! This gluten-free and dairy-free dish is not just for the seafood lovers; it's a refreshing choice for anyone looking to indulge in a light yet satisfying meal. Bursting with the essence of fresh ingredients, this soup brings the vibrant notes of beefsteak tomatoes, complemented by the subtle sweetness of coconut milk and the umami richness of fish sauce.

Imagine the aromatic scent of lemongrass mingling with scallions and a hint of heat from a Fresno or Thai chile, creating an inviting and warm atmosphere in your kitchen. The luscious lump crabmeat adds a decadent touch, making each spoonful a luxurious experience. With just the right amount of zesty lime and orange juice, this soup captures the essence of bright, sunny flavors, perfect for any season.

In less than an hour, you can create a delightful dish that serves six, making it an ideal choice for gatherings or intimate dinners alike. Whether you choose to enjoy it hot, garnished with vibrant snow peas and pea tendrils, or chilled for a refreshing snack on a warm day, this Tomato and Crab Soup promises to tantalize your taste buds and impress your guests. Dive into a bowl of comfort and let each sip transport you to a world of satisfying flavors!

Ingredients

  • cups beefsteak tomatoes chopped
  • 0.5 cup coconut milk 
  • tablespoon fish sauce (such as nam pla or nuoc nam)
  • servings kosher salt 
  • 1.5 stalks lemon grass trimmed peeled thinly sliced
  • tablespoon juice of lime fresh ()
  • 0.5 pound lump crab meat fresh
  • tablespoons olive oil 
  • tablespoons orange juice fresh
  •  spring onion thinly sliced
  •  snow peas trimmed thinly sliced
  •  thai chile minced seeded
  • 2.3 cups vegetable stock 

Equipment

  • bowl
  • sauce pan
  • ladle

Directions

  1. Heat oil in a large saucepan over mediumheat.
  2. Add scallions, lemongrass, andchile and cook until softened, 3-4 minutes.
  3. Add tomatoes and cook until softened,5–6 minutes. Stir in chicken stock, coconutmilk, orange juice, and fish sauce. Bring toa boil, reduce heat, and simmer, stirringoccasionally, until flavors meld, about15 minutes.
  4. Let cool slightly.
  5. Working in batches, purée soup in ablender until smooth, about 1 minute perbatch. Stir in 1 tablespoon lime juice. Season totaste with salt and more lime juice, ifdesired. Chill, if desired. Or ladle hot soupinto wide shallow bowls.
  6. Garnish withcrabmeat, pea tendrils, and snow peas.

Nutrition Facts

Calories149kcal
Protein22.78%
Fat53.35%
Carbs23.87%

Properties

Glycemic Index
44
Glycemic Load
2.83
Inflammation Score
-8
Nutrition Score
15.179565274197%

Flavonoids

Eriodictyol
0.07mg
Hesperetin
1.24mg
Naringenin
1mg
Apigenin
0.01mg
Luteolin
0.02mg
Kaempferol
0.24mg
Myricetin
0.16mg
Quercetin
1.86mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:148.84kcal
7.44%
Fat:9.21g
14.16%
Saturated Fat:4.28g
26.77%
Carbohydrates:9.27g
3.09%
Net Carbohydrates:7.53g
2.74%
Sugar:5.02g
5.58%
Cholesterol:15.88mg
5.29%
Sodium:1108.28mg
48.19%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:8.85g
17.69%
Vitamin B12:3.42µg
56.94%
Vitamin C:27.85mg
33.75%
Vitamin K:33.2µg
31.62%
Vitamin A:1317.47IU
26.35%
Manganese:0.52mg
25.87%
Copper:0.49mg
24.32%
Selenium:14.14µg
20.2%
Zinc:2.7mg
17.97%
Phosphorus:139.5mg
13.95%
Potassium:485.96mg
13.88%
Magnesium:51.2mg
12.8%
Folate:51.09µg
12.77%
Iron:1.72mg
9.53%
Vitamin B6:0.18mg
9.25%
Vitamin E:1.38mg
9.21%
Vitamin B3:1.45mg
7.25%
Fiber:1.74g
6.96%
Vitamin B1:0.08mg
5.51%
Calcium:45.51mg
4.55%
Vitamin B2:0.06mg
3.39%
Vitamin B5:0.31mg
3.06%
Source:Epicurious