Best 5 Louisiana Shrimp And Corn Soup Recipes

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**Louisiana Shrimp and Corn Soup: A Taste of the Bayou**

Welcome to the heart of Cajun country, where bold flavors and fresh ingredients dance together to create a symphony of taste. Embark on a culinary journey to the bayous of Louisiana with our collection of authentic shrimp and corn soup recipes. These soups are a celebration of the region's bounty, showcasing the sweet succulence of shrimp, the earthy sweetness of corn, and the vibrant trinity of bell peppers, onions, and celery. From classic to contemporary, our recipes cater to every palate, promising a taste of Louisiana in every spoonful. So, gather your ingredients, fire up your stove, and let the aromas of Louisiana fill your kitchen.

Here are our top 5 tried and tested recipes!

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.

Nutrition Facts :

SHRIMP AND CORN SOUP



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Provided by Food Network

Time 40m

Yield 4 to 6 servings (about 1 1/2 cups fondue)

Number Of Ingredients 26

1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter
1/2 onion, chopped
1 stalk celery, chopped
1/4 red bell pepper, chopped
1/4 cup all-purpose flour
1 cup chicken broth
1 1/2 cups heavy whipping cream
1 1/2 cups whole milk
One 15-ounce can cream-style corn
1 cup corn kernels (from 2 medium ears corn)
1 pound small shrimp (30/40s), peeled and deveined
2 teaspoons Cajun Select Seasoning, recipe follows
Splash liquid crab boil
1/4 cup green onions sliced on a bias
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
Paprika, for garnish
2 tablespoons granulated garlic
2 tablespoons paprika
2 tablespoons kosher salt
1 tablespoon cayenne pepper
1 tablespoon onion powder
1 tablespoon ground black pepper
1 tablespoon sugar
1 teaspoon dried basil
1 teaspoon ground celery seed
1 teaspoon dried oregano

Steps:

  • Melt the butter in a large heavy-bottomed saucepan over medium-high heat. Add the onion, celery and bell pepper and saute until the onions are translucent, about 3 minutes. Sprinkle in the flour and mix well. Cook, stirring constantly, until the roux is blonde in color, 3 to 5 minutes. Pour in the broth gradually, stirring constantly. Stir in the whipping cream, milk, creamed corn and corn kernels.
  • Cook over medium-low heat, stirring frequently, for 10 minutes. Sprinkle the shrimp with the Cajun seasoning and add to the pan. Add the liquid crab boil, then fold in half the green onions and simmer until the shrimp turn bright pink. Season to taste with salt and pepper. Ladle into soup bowls, then sprinkle with paprika and the remaining green onions.
  • Blend together the granulated garlic, paprika, salt, cayenne, onion powder, black pepper, sugar, basil, celery seed and oregano in a bowl until combined. Store in an airtight jar for up to 6 months.

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.

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

NEW ORLEANS CORN & SHRIMP SOUP



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Frank Davis is a resident cook in New Orleans as well as hosting his own cooking show. This is his recipe that I have adapted to my preferences. It is wonderful as an appetizer or a superb main course on a cold rainy day.

Provided by Luby Luby Luby

Categories     Corn

Time 1h45m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 20

2 lbs shrimp (shells on)
1/2 cup real butter
1 cup onion, chopped fine
1 tablespoon minced garlic
1/2 cup green onion, finely sliced
1/2 cup celery, finely chopped
1/4 bell pepper, finely chopped
2 cups shrimp stock
1 pint whipping cream
1 cup whole milk
2 (15 ounce) cans cream-style corn
1/2 lb good quality bacon (fried and crumbled) or 1/2 lb diced tasso, if you can find it
1 teaspoon basil
2 teaspoons salt
1 teaspoon white pepper
1 dash cayenne pepper (more if you want hot)
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
1/4 teaspoon Tabasco sauce
4 tablespoons chopped cilantro
1 onion, quartered (for stock)

Steps:

  • Rinse shrimp in cool water then peel and save shells.
  • In large pot place shrimp shells, 2 quarts of water and quartered onion and bring to a boil, gently boiling shells.
  • Continue boiling until you end up with about 2 cups of stock (at least 45 minutes).
  • Strain the stock into a bowl, discard shells and onion and set aside.
  • In large heavy dutch oven melt butter over medium heat and saute the onions, green onion, celery, bell pepper and garlic until vegetables are soft being careful not to burn.
  • Reduce the fire to low and add the shrimp cooking until pink, about 3 minutes (no more-do not overcook).
  • Remove the mixture from the dutch oven and separate into 2 equal portions.
  • Set one portion aside and run the other portion through the food processor until it is finely shredded (not pasty).
  • Pour reserved shrimp stock in the dutch oven and add the shredded shrimp/vegetable mixture, whipping cream and whole milk.
  • Mix well, turn heat to medium high bring to a gentle boil and stir uncovered for about 3 minutes.
  • Add the creamed corn and crumbled bacon (or tasso), mixing well and cook for another 4 minutes.
  • As it is simmering add the basil, salt, white pepper, black pepper, cayenne and tabasco.
  • Next add the reserved whole shrimp (the unshredded portion), mixing well.
  • Cover the dutch oven and cook on low heat for about 20 minutes.
  • Place in serving bowls and garnish with cilantro.

Tips:

  • Use the freshest shrimp possible. Frozen shrimp can be used, but fresh shrimp will give your soup a better flavor.
  • If you don't have any fresh corn, you can use frozen corn kernels. Just be sure to thaw them before using.
  • You can adjust the amount of spice in this soup to your liking. If you like a spicy soup, add more cayenne pepper or red pepper flakes. If you prefer a milder soup, reduce the amount of spice.
  • Serve this soup with a side of crusty bread or crackers for dipping.

Conclusion:

Louisiana Shrimp and Corn Soup is a delicious and easy-to-make soup that is perfect for a quick and easy weeknight meal. It is also a great way to use up leftover shrimp and corn. This soup is sure to be a hit with your family and friends.

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