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Spicy Shrimp Soup

Spicy Shrimp Soup: A Quick and Flavor-Packed Delight

This Spicy Shrimp Soup is a quick and flavorful dish that's perfect for busy weeknights.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 bowls
Course: Soups
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Soup
  • 1 pound peeled and deveined shrimp
  • 2 medium bell peppers chopped
  • 1 medium onion chopped
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil for sautéing
  • 4 cups broth chicken or vegetable
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
For the Spices
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder
  • ½ teaspoon cumin
  • black pepper to taste
For Garnish
  • ¼ cup fresh cilantro chopped
  • 2 wedges lime for serving

Equipment

  • large pot

Method
 

Cooking Steps
  1. In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium heat until shimmering, about 2 minutes. Add garlic and vegetables. Sauté for 3-5 minutes until tender.
  2. Sprinkle in chili powder, cumin, and black pepper, stirring to coat the vegetables. Continue cooking for another 1-2 minutes.
  3. Pour in the broth and bring to a gentle simmer. Let flavors meld for about 5 minutes.
  4. Add shrimp to the broth. Cook for 3-5 minutes, stirring occasionally until shrimp turn pink and opaque.
  5. Adjust seasoning as needed, then ladle hot soup into bowls. Garnish with cilantro and serve with lime wedges.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 30gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 200mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 400mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 70mgCalcium: 60mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Feel free to customize the vegetables and spice level as desired. This soup stores well in the fridge and can be frozen for longer storage.

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