Hot & Sour Seafood Soup (Thai)

Directions

Combine shrimp shells with stock, chilies, salt, lime, zest, lime leaves and lemongrass stalks in heavy non-aluminum pot.

Bring to a boil, reduce heat, cover and simmer for 20 to 25 minutes.

Strain.

Return liquid to pot and place over medium-high heat and bring to a boil.

Add shrimp and scallops and cook for 1 minute. Stir in fish sauce and juice of limes.

Add chopped cilantro, slivered red chili and shiitake slices, and green onions.

Stir and pour into a tureen or ladle into individual bowls.