Description
Quick and Spicy Shrimp Soup is a flavor-packed dish that beautifully marries the sweetness of shrimp with zesty spices. This easy-to-make soup is perfect for any occasion, offering a satisfying yet light meal that can be whipped up in under 30 minutes. Bursting with fresh ingredients, it’s ideal for a busy lunch or a comforting dinner at home. With its bold and vibrant flavors, this soup will leave you wanting more.
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
- 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro, chopped (optional)
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Optional: 1-2 fresh chili peppers, finely chopped (for extra spice)
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Sauté onion and garlic until translucent.
- Add bell pepper and carrot; cook for 3-4 minutes until slightly softened.
- Stir in diced tomatoes and chicken broth; mix well.
- Season with chili powder, smoked paprika, cayenne pepper, and cumin.
- Bring to a boil, then simmer for about 5 minutes.
- Add shrimp and cook until pink and opaque (about 3-4 minutes).
- Remove from heat; stir in lime juice and season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: Seafood
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (approximately 240g)
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 720mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 29g
- Cholesterol: 180mg