Description
Quick and Spicy Shrimp Soup is a vibrant, flavorful dish that combines tender shrimp with zesty spices for a quick and satisfying meal. In just 25 minutes, you can whip up this delightful soup that’s perfect for lunch, dinner, or as a spicy starter at your next gathering. The rich flavors and delightful heat will tantalize your taste buds, making it an appealing choice whether you’re hosting friends or simply satisfying a craving for homemade comfort food.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb medium shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 small onion, finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 bell pepper, diced
- 1 medium carrot, peeled and sliced
- 1 can (14 oz) diced tomatoes
- 3 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- ½ teaspoon smoked paprika
- ½ teaspoon cayenne pepper (adjust to taste)
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 tablespoon fresh lime juice
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Gather all ingredients to streamline the cooking process.
- Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add chopped onion and sauté until translucent.
- Stir in minced garlic, diced bell pepper, and sliced carrot; cook until softened.
- Add chili powder, smoked paprika, cayenne pepper, and ground cumin; stir to coat vegetables.
- Mix in diced tomatoes with their juice and add chicken broth. Bring to a boil then simmer for about 5 minutes.
- Add shrimp and simmer until they turn pink and opaque (about 3–5 minutes).
- Remove from heat; stir in fresh lime juice and season with salt and pepper.
- Serve hot, garnished with cilantro if desired.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: Seafood
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (about 250g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 660mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 180mg