Shrimp and Callaloo Soup

2 pt water or stock
1 large onion
Eschallot, celery, white pepper and salt
1 oz dried shrimp or 6 large prawns Soya sauce
Fat for frying

Chop the onion and sauté lightly.
Add the water or stock, eschallot and celery tied together, pepper and salt.
Season and bring to a simmering point. Allow to simmer for about ˝ hour.
Clean the shrimps thoroughly and add to the soup. Cook for 5 minutes.
Add finely shredded callaloo or pakchoy. Simmer for a further 3 minutes. Add a few drops of soya sauce.
Serve hot.