Shrimp Soup
Yield: Serves 4
Ingredients:
- 450 g raw large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 4 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 large bell pepper, diced
- 1 medium onion, finely chopped
- 2 large tomatoes, grated
- 1 cup beef broth
- 3/4 cup milk
- 1/2 cup heavy cream %35
- 1/2 cup chopped fresh cilantro
- vegetable oil
- 2 teaspoons chili powder
- 1 teaspoon cornstarch
- salt to taste
- hot sauce, depends on your taste
Instructions:
Heat 2 tablespoons of oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add the onion, bell pepper and garlic, and sauté until tender, about 7 minutes.
Add the shrimp and cook covered for 5 minutes.
Then add the grated tomato, beef broth, chili powder, salt and hot sauce to taste.
Mix the cornstarch and 1/4 cup cold water until smooth and add to the soup. Cover the pot and simmer over medium heat until slightly thickened.
Add milk and cream and cook for 2-3 minutes (do not let boil).
Adjust seasonings. Garnish with fresh coriander and serve with fresh lemon juice.
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