Name: Aromatic Shrimp and Noodle Medicine Soup
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 6 whole cloves; 6 green cardamom pods; 4 star anise pods; 3 dried chiles de árbol; 2 (3-inch) cinnamon sticks; 2 teaspoons black peppercorns; 1 bunch cilantro; 3 medium shallots, halved through root ends; 5 garlic cloves, smashed; 2 (6-inch) pieces lemongrass, tough outer layer removed, lightly smashed; 1 (4-inch) piece ginger, peeled, sliced ½-inch thick; 12 cups low-sodium chicken broth; 1 tablespoon fish sauce; Kosher salt, freshly ground pepper; 1/2 cup cashews; 1 medium shallot, chopped; 1 Fresno chile, chopped; 1 (3-inch) piece lemongrass, tough outer layer removed, finely chopped; 1 (1-inch) piece ginger, peeled, finely chopped; 1 tablespoon dark brown sugar; 1 tablespoon shrimp paste with bean oil; 2 tablespoons vegetable oil; 4 (12-ounce) packages ramen noodles; 1 pound shrimp, peeled and deveined; 8 ounces mung bean sprouts; 4 scallions, thinly sliced on a diagonal; Fresh tender herbs (such as Thai basil, cilantro, and/or mint); Freshly ground black pepper; Chili oil and lime wedges (for serving)

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A highly seasoned broth and robust cashew purée add layered flavor to this warming soup.

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