Base:

• 1 tbsp coconut oil (or vegetable oil)

• 1 medium onion, finely chopped

• 2 cloves garlic, minced

• 1 tbsp fresh ginger, grated

• 1 stalk lemongrass, bruised and cut into 3-inch pieces (or 1 tsp lemongrass paste)

Liquids:

• 3 cups (720 ml) chicken or vegetable broth

• 1 can (400 ml) full-fat coconut milk

• 2 tbsp fish sauce

• 1 tbsp soy sauce

• Juice of 2 limes

Protein & Vegetables:

• 400 g (14 oz) raw shrimp, peeled and deveined

• 1 cup (100 g) mushrooms, sliced (shiitake or button)

• 1 small red bell pepper, thinly sliced

• 1–2 red chilies, sliced (adjust to taste)

Garnishes:

• Fresh cilantro leaves, chopped

• Lime wedges

• Jasmine rice or rice noodles (optional)