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Spicy Shrimp Soup

Quick Spicy Shrimp Soup for a Flavorful 30-Minute Meal

Discover the delightful Quick Spicy Shrimp Soup, a 30-minute meal perfect for busy evenings or as a starter for dinner parties.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 bowls
Course: Soups
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250

Ingredients
  

For the Soup Base
  • 1 pound shrimp fresh or frozen
  • 1 large onion chopped
  • 1 medium bell pepper diced
  • 4 cups broth chicken or vegetable
For the Flavor
  • 1 tablespoon chili powder adjust to taste
  • 1 teaspoon cumin
  • 1/4 cup cilantro fresh, for garnish

Equipment

  • Large Pot
  • wooden spoon
  • chopping board
  • Knife

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Heat a large pot over medium heat and add a splash of olive oil. Once hot, toss in chopped onions and diced bell peppers, sautéing for about 3-5 minutes.
  2. Stir in the chili powder and cumin, cooking for an additional minute to allow the spices to bloom.
  3. Pour in your choice of chicken or vegetable broth, raising the heat to bring everything to a simmer.
  4. Once the broth is simmering, gently add the shrimp to the pot and cook for 3-5 minutes until pink and opaque.
  5. Taste your soup and adjust the seasoning as needed with extra chili powder or salt.
  6. Ladle your soup into bowls and garnish with chopped cilantro before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 25gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 1gCholesterol: 200mgSodium: 950mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 3gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 800IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 70mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Customize the heat levels according to your palate, and feel free to add seasonal veggies or tofu for a plant-based twist. Can be prepared in advance and stored for up to three days.

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