Best 6 Best Shrimp And Corn Soup Recipes

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**Shrimp and corn soup: A taste of summer in a bowl**

Shrimp and corn soup is a classic summer dish that is both light and flavorful. It's perfect for a quick and easy weeknight meal, or for a special occasion. This versatile soup can be made with a variety of ingredients, so you can customize it to your own taste. Some popular variations include adding diced tomatoes, chopped cilantro, or a squeeze of lime juice. No matter how you choose to make it, shrimp and corn soup is sure to please everyone at the table.

This article provides three delicious recipes for shrimp and corn soup:

* **Classic Shrimp and Corn Soup:** This is the basic recipe for shrimp and corn soup. It's made with fresh shrimp, corn kernels, celery, onion, and a creamy broth.
* **Spicy Shrimp and Corn Soup:** This recipe adds a kick of heat with the addition of chili peppers. It's perfect for those who like their soup with a little spice.
* **Loaded Shrimp and Corn Soup:** This recipe is packed with flavor with the addition of bacon, cheese, and potatoes. It's a hearty and satisfying soup that's perfect for a cold winter day.

No matter which recipe you choose, you're sure to enjoy this delicious and versatile soup.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

SHRIMP AND CORN CHOWDER



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Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Categories     main-dish

Time 30m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 12

2 teaspoons unsalted butter
3 stalks celery, thinly sliced
2 bunches scallions, chopped
3 cups frozen diced potatoes
3 cups frozen corn
3 sprigs thyme
2 bay leaves
Kosher salt and freshly ground pepper
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1 quart low-fat milk
1 pound medium shrimp, peeled and deveined
Paprika, for sprinkling

Steps:

  • Melt the butter in a Dutch oven or large pot over medium-high heat. Stir in the celery, scallions, potatoes and corn. Add the thyme, bay leaves, 1/2 teaspoon salt and a few grinds of pepper and cook, stirring, 3 minutes. Stir in the flour until incorporated, about 2 minutes. Stir in the milk, then cover and bring to a boil. Uncover, reduce the heat to medium low and gently simmer until the vegetables are tender, about 6 minutes. Remove from the heat. Discard the thyme sprigs and bay leaves.
  • Transfer one-third of the mixture to a blender and puree until smooth, then return to the pot. Return to a simmer over medium-high heat. Stir in the shrimp and cook until opaque, about 4 minutes. Season with salt. If the soup is too thick, stir in up to 1 cup water. Divide among bowls and sprinkle with paprika.

CREOLE CORN AND SHRIMP SOUP



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This easy corn and shrimp soup recipe is sure to satisfy. It's the perfect combination of shrimp, tomatoes, vegetables, and corn.

Provided by Diana Rattray

Categories     Side Dish     Entree     Soup

Time 1h25m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 12

1/2 cup vegetable oil
6 tablespoons all-purpose flour
2 medium onions (chopped)
2 cloves garlic (minced)
1 (28-ounce) can stewed tomatoes (undrained and mashed; or two 14.5-ounce cans)
1/2 (10-ounce) can tomatoes with green chile peppers (Ro-Tel is one brand, spicy or mild)
2 (15-ounce) cans cream-style corn
2 (15-ounce) cans whole kernel corn
1 quart chicken broth (low sodium or unsalted)
2 pounds shrimp (preferably fresh)
Kosher salt, to taste
Ground black pepper, to taste

Steps:

  • Gather the ingredients.
  • In a large saucepan or stockpot, heat the vegetable oil over medium-low heat. Add the flour and cook, stirring, until the roux is a light blonde color . Don't let it get too dark.
  • Add the chopped onions and garlic and cook until the onions are softened.
  • Add the stewed tomatoes, tomatoes with chiles, cream-style corn, whole kernel corn, and broth; cook over low heat at a simmer for 45 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, peel the shrimp. Run the tip of a small, sharp knife down the back of a shrimp and remove the dark vein. Repeat with the remaining shrimp. Rinse the shrimp with cold water.
  • Add the shrimp to the soup mixture and continue to simmer for about 10 more minutes.
  • Season the soup with kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste.
  • Serve the soup hot and enjoy! This soup can be the centerpiece of a light dinner or lunch, served with some crusty rolls or whole-grained bread. Store leftovers in the refrigerator and use it within three to four days. If you want to keep it longer, freeze individual servings in airtight containers. It will maintain its best quality for four to six months.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 686 kcal, Carbohydrate 78 g, Cholesterol 319 mg, Fiber 7 g, Protein 48 g, SaturatedFat 3 g, Sodium 2344 mg, Sugar 17 g, Fat 25 g, ServingSize 6 servings, UnsaturatedFat 0 g

CREAMY SHRIMP AND CORN SOUP



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This recipe is great for people who want a quick, hearty soup. It's creamy but not very fattening.

Provided by Alisa Kennedy

Categories     Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes     Soup Recipes     Seafood

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 pound medium shrimp - peeled and deveined
1 onion, chopped
ΒΌ cup margarine
1 (10.75 ounce) can condensed cream of chicken soup
1 (10.75 ounce) can low-fat cream of celery soup
1 (16 ounce) package frozen corn kernels
1 (14.5 ounce) can chicken broth
1 cup skim milk
1 pinch dried rosemary
1 pinch dried thyme
1 pinch ground nutmeg
salt and pepper to taste

Steps:

  • In a large pot over medium high heat, saute the shrimp and the onions in the butter or margarine for about 5 minutes or until onions are tender. Add the cream of chicken soup, cream of celery soup, corn, broth, milk, rosemary, thyme, nutmeg and salt and pepper to taste. Reduce heat to low and simmer for 20 minutes. Serve with French bread.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 231.5 calories, Carbohydrate 21.6 g, Cholesterol 91.4 mg, Fat 9.9 g, Fiber 2 g, Protein 15.7 g, SaturatedFat 1.9 g, Sodium 560.3 mg, Sugar 4.9 g

SHRIMP, CORN, AND POTATO SOUP



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Provided by Food Network

Categories     appetizer

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 16

1 tablespoon unsalted butter
1 tablespoon olive oil
2 medium onions, finely diced
2 Poblano chiles, toasted (see Note) and diced
4 cloves garlic, finely chopped
6 plum tomatoes, peeled, seeded, and chopped
1 cup fish broth or clam juice
1 bay leaf
6 small new potatoes, peeled and halved
3 cups milk
1 cup corn kernels, fresh or thawed frozen
1 ear of corn, shucked and cut crosswise into 1/2inch rounds
1 pound medium raw shrimp, peeled and deveined
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
1/2 small bunch cilantro, leaves only

Steps:

  • In a large heavy saucepan, heat the butter and oil over medium heat. Add the onions and cook for 4 to 5 minutes, until slightly golden. Add the poblanos and the garlic and cook for 2 minutes more, until the aroma of the garlic is released. Add the tomatoes, fish broth and bay leaf. Increase the heat to high and bring the mixture to a boil. Add the potatoes, bring back to the boil, and decrease the heat so the mixture is simmering. Cover the pan and simmer the soup for 15 minutes, or until the potatoes are tender but not falling apart. Stir in the milk and simmer for 5 minutes more, then add the corn kernels, corn rounds, shrimp, salt and pepper and simmer for an additional 4 minutes. Taste for seasoning and serve in heated bowls, sprinkled with a few leaves of cilantro.

CAJUN CORN SOUP WITH SHRIMP



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Cajun flavor dominates this wonderful soup. Living in Louisiana make cooking with Cajun spice second nature. It is the best!-Debra Dennis, Convent, Louisiana

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 50m

Yield 12 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 10

1/2 cup vegetable oil
1/2 cup all-purpose flour
1 small onion, chopped
1/3 cup green onions, chopped
2 quarts hot water or heated chicken broth
2 cans (14-1/2 ounces) stewed tomatoes, cut up
8 cups cut corn or 4 cans (16 ounces each) whole-kernel corn, drained
2 pounds peeled, deveined shrimp
Salt to taste
Pepper to taste

Steps:

  • In a heavy 8-qt. Dutch oven or soup kettle, combine oil and flour until smooth. Cook over medium-high heat for 5 minutes, stirring constantly. Reduce heat to medium. Cook and stir about 5 minutes more or until mixture is reddish-brown (the color of a penny). Add onion and green onions. Cook for 5 minutes, stirring often. , Increase heat to high. Add hot water or broth, tomatoes and corn. Bring to boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 15 minutes. Add shrimp; simmer for 5 minutes or until shrimp turn pink. Season to taste with salt and pepper.

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CHILLED CORN AND SHRIMP SOUP



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Hot days call for cool foods, like this refreshing soup. Both filling and flavorful, it uses the best of summer's bounty. Seasonings can be adjusted to your tastes. -Mary Marlowe Leverette, Columbia, South Carolina

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 30m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 12

1/2 cup chopped sweet onion
3 tablespoons olive oil
1-1/2 pounds uncooked small shrimp, peeled and deveined
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 teaspoon curry powder
2 cups buttermilk
1 package (16 ounces) frozen shoepeg corn, thawed, divided
1 cup reduced-fat sour cream
1 teaspoon hot pepper sauce
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon coarsely ground pepper
2 tablespoons minced chives

Steps:

  • In a large skillet, saute onion in oil until tender. Add the shrimp, garlic and curry; saute until shrimp turn pink, 4-6 minutes longer. Remove from the heat and set aside., In a blender, combine the buttermilk, 2 cups corn, sour cream, pepper sauce, salt and pepper. Cover and process until smooth; transfer to a large bowl. Add remaining corn and shrimp mixture. Cover and refrigerate for at least 3 hours. Garnish servings with chives.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 317 calories, Fat 13g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 153mg cholesterol, Sodium 689mg sodium, Carbohydrate 23g carbohydrate (10g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 26g protein.

Tips:

  • Use fresh shrimp. Fresh shrimp have a sweeter, more delicate flavor than frozen shrimp.
  • Peel and devein the shrimp before cooking. This will help to remove any grit or sand from the shrimp and make them more enjoyable to eat.
  • Cook the shrimp until they are just opaque. Overcooked shrimp are tough and rubbery.
  • Use a variety of vegetables in your soup. This will add flavor, color, and nutrients.
  • Season the soup to taste. Use salt, pepper, and other spices to your liking.
  • Serve the soup hot with a side of bread or crackers.

Conclusion:

Shrimp and corn soup is a delicious, easy-to-make soup that is perfect for a quick and easy meal. It is also a great way to use up leftover shrimp. With its combination of fresh shrimp, sweet corn, and flavorful broth, this soup is sure to please everyone at the table.

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