Cream of Shrimp Soup – A Velvety, Flavor-Packed Delight
This Cream of Shrimp Soup is rich, smooth, and bursting with seafood flavor. Made with fresh shrimp, creamy broth, and aromatic spices, it's the perfect cozy meal. Serve it as a comforting appetizer or a satisfying main dish with crusty bread! 🍤🍜
Ingredients
- 🦐 1 lb 450g fresh shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 🧈 2 tbsp butter
- 🧅 1 medium onion finely chopped
- 🧄 2 cloves garlic minced
- 🍷 1/4 cup white wine
- 🍲 3 cups chicken or seafood broth
- 🌿 1 bay leaf
- 🧂 1 tsp paprika
- 🍚 2 tbsp all-purpose flour
- 🥛 1 cup heavy cream
- 🍋 1 tbsp lemon juice
- 🧂 Salt & pepper to taste
Optional Garnishes:
- 🌿 Fresh parsley chopped
- 🍞 Crusty bread for serving
- 🌶️ A pinch of cayenne for spice
Instructions
Step 1: Prepare the Shrimp
- 🦐 Peel and devein the shrimp, removing the tails if necessary.
- 🚿 Rinse under cold water and pat dry with a paper towel.
Step 2: Sauté the Aromatics
- 🧈 Melt butter in a large pot over medium heat.
- 🧅 Add chopped onions and garlic, sautéing until soft and fragrant (about 3 minutes).
Step 3: Cook the Shrimp
- 🍤 Add the shrimp to the pot and cook until they turn pink (about 2-3 minutes per side).
- 🔥 Remove the shrimp from the pot and set aside.
Step 4: Make the Base
- 🍷 Pour in white wine, scraping up any bits from the bottom of the pot. Let it simmer for 2 minutes.
- 🍚 Sprinkle in the flour and stir constantly to make a light roux.
- 🍲 Gradually add the broth while stirring to avoid lumps.
- 🌿 Add the bay leaf and paprika, and let the mixture simmer for 10 minutes.
Step 5: Blend for Creamy Perfection
- 🔄 Remove the bay leaf and blend most of the shrimp with some soup to create a silky texture.
- 🥄 Return the blended mixture to the pot and stir well.
Step 6: Final Touches
- 🥛 Pour in heavy cream, stirring continuously until fully incorporated.
- 🍋 Add lemon juice and season with salt and pepper to taste.
Step 7: Serve & Enjoy!
- 🍽️ Ladle into bowls, garnish with fresh parsley, and serve with crusty bread!
Notes
✅ For Extra Flavor: Sauté shrimp shells in butter and strain them into the broth before cooking.
✅ Thicker Soup? Blend more shrimp and add a bit of cornstarch slurry.
✅ Dairy-Free Option: Swap heavy cream for full-fat coconut milk.
✅ Make It Spicy: Add a pinch of cayenne or red pepper flakes! 🌶️
✅ Thicker Soup? Blend more shrimp and add a bit of cornstarch slurry.
✅ Dairy-Free Option: Swap heavy cream for full-fat coconut milk.
✅ Make It Spicy: Add a pinch of cayenne or red pepper flakes! 🌶️