CREAM OF SHRIMP SOUP
This is a delicious soup that can be served as a first course, main dish or even lunch. Even though it has a some cream, it only averages out to 2 T per person. So, it isn't that rich! Other shellfish could be easily substituted.
Provided by Normaone
Categories Lunch/Snacks
Time 1h10m
Yield 6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- Heat 1 T olive oil over medium heat in a large saucepan.
- Add reserved shrimp shells and saute'stirring for 5 minutes.
- Add stock, vermouth, and bay leaf.
- Bring to a boil, reduce heat and simmer 25 minutes.
- Strain stock into a bowl.
- Heat remaining T olive oil in the same saucepan over medium heat.
- Add onion, carrot, and garlic, saute' 5 minutes.
- Add tomatoe paste and cayenne, blending well.
- Add tomatoes with juices and shrimp stock.
- Simmer 5 minutes.
- Melt butter in a large skillet over medium heat and add shrimp.
- Saute 2 minutes.
- Remove from heat.
- Add brandy and carefully ignite.
- After the flames subside, return pan to heat and saute shrimp 2 more minutes, or until cooked through.
- Place 6 shrimp in a bowl and set aside.
- Mix remaining shrimp into soup.
- Add cream to skillet, bring to boil and add to soup.
- In a food processor or blender, puree soup in batches.
- Strain through a coarse sieve, set over a large saucepan, pushing through most of the solids with a wooden spoon.
- Bring to a simmer.
- Season to taste.
- Ladle into bowls, topping each bowl with 1 reserved shrimp.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 324.5, Fat 20.2, SaturatedFat 9.3, Cholesterol 162.4, Sodium 599.3, Carbohydrate 10.6, Fiber 1.9, Sugar 4.8, Protein 20.7
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Honey Raj
[email protected]This soup was amazing! It was so creamy and flavorful, and the shrimp were cooked to perfection. I will definitely be making this again.
Rayem Islam
[email protected]I love shrimp soup, and this recipe did not disappoint! The broth was rich and flavorful, and the shrimp were cooked perfectly. I will definitely be making this again.
Katherine Sansone
[email protected]This soup was just okay. It wasn't bad, but it wasn't anything special either. I probably won't make it again.
Ibrahim AlKhaldi
[email protected]This soup was very easy to make and it turned out delicious. I used frozen shrimp and it still came out great. I will definitely be making this again.
Sarfaraz memon
[email protected]I followed the recipe exactly and the soup turned out great! It was creamy, flavorful, and the shrimp were cooked perfectly. I will definitely be making this again.
Demetrio Chajchal
[email protected]This soup was a bit too bland for my taste. I think it needed more salt and pepper.
Louisa Turner
[email protected]I'm not a big fan of seafood, but I actually really enjoyed this soup. The broth was so flavorful and the shrimp were very tender.
Godstime Umoh
[email protected]I love this soup! It's so creamy and rich, and the shrimp are cooked perfectly. I always add a little extra Old Bay seasoning to give it a bit of a kick.
Md Ranaboos
[email protected]This soup was easy to make and very flavorful. I added a little extra cayenne pepper for a bit of spice. It was perfect for a cold winter day.
Nakawuki Oliva
[email protected]I made this soup for a party and it was a huge success! Everyone raved about it. I will definitely be making it again.
Hasan Quza
[email protected]This soup was a bit too rich for my taste, but my husband loved it. He said it was the best shrimp soup he's ever had.
MD Mukshit Rahman
[email protected]I've made this soup several times now and it's always a hit with my family and friends. It's so easy to make and always turns out delicious. The creamy broth is packed with flavor and the shrimp are always cooked perfectly. I love serving this soup w
Geo Khan
[email protected]This cream of shrimp soup was an absolute delight! The flavors were perfectly balanced, with a creamy richness that was both comforting and luxurious. The shrimp were cooked to perfection, tender and juicy, and the vegetables added a nice crunch and