Shrimp Soup (Caldo de Camarón)
Welcome to a delicious exploration of flavors with this Hearty Shrimp and Veggie Soup. A perfect combination of fresh vegetables and savory shrimp makes this soup not just comforting, but also a tangy treat. Enjoy it with a side of tortilla chips for a delightful meal!
Ingredients:
🧅 1 shallot
🍅 1 tomato
🫑 1 bell pepper
🧄 2 garlic cloves
🌶️ 1 jalapeño
🥬 1 cup of cabbage
🌿 1/4 cup cilantro
🥔 1 chopped potato
🦐 1 1/2 cups dried shrimps
🌶️ Black pepper to taste
🌿 1/2 tsp oregano
🌶️ 1 tsp paprika
🍚 Steamed white rice
💧 Water
🛢️ Cooking oil
🍋 Splash of lime juice
🔥 Spicy sauce (optional)
Instructions:
- Preparation:
- Thinly slice 1 shallot, 1 tomato, and 1 bell pepper.
- Mince 2 cloves of garlic and 1 jalapeño.
- Chop 1 potato into small pieces.
- Roughly chop 1 cup of cabbage and 1/4 cup cilantro.
- Cooking the Soup Base:
- In a large pot, heat a small amount of cooking oil over medium heat.
- Add the sliced shallot, tomato, bell pepper, minced garlic, and jalapeño. Sauté until softened.
- Adding Vegetables:
- Stir in the cabbage and chopped potato.
- Pour in hot water, just enough to cover all the vegetables.
- Introducing Shrimp:
- Add the dried shrimps into the pot and pour additional hot water to cover everything well.
- Season the soup with black pepper, oregano, and paprika.
- Simmer:
- Let the soup simmer on low heat until all the veggies are tender, typically around 20-30 minutes. Stir occasionally.
- Serving:
- Once ready, serve the soup hot over a bed of steamed white rice.
- Add a splash of lime juice and, if desired, some spicy sauce for an extra kick.
- Enjoy:
- Pair your hearty soup with some crunchy tortilla chips for a complete meal.
Cooking Times:
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
Servings: 4-6 servings
Equipment:
- Large pot
- Cutting board
- Chef's knife
- Ladle
Cooking Tips:
- Adjust the spice level by using more or fewer jalapeños or opting for a milder pepper.
- For a richer flavor, let the soup rest for a few hours before reheating and serving.
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