Killer Shrimp Soup

Dive into bold, briny perfection with Killer Shrimp Soup—a robust and flavorful dish that’s sure to tantalize your taste buds. Packed with tender shrimp, a rich tomato-spiced broth, and an aromatic blend of garlic, onions, and herbs, this soup delivers a perfect balance of heat and comfort. A splash of clam juice enhances its ocean-inspired essence, while a touch of creamy indulgence ties it all together. Perfect for cozy nights, it’s served best with warm, crusty French bread for dipping into the luscious broth. Ready in under an hour, this one-pot wonder is a seafood lover’s dream and the ultimate comfort food with a kick!

Nutriscore Rating: 71/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:45 mins

Total Time:60 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined
• 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 6 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 medium yellow onion, finely diced
• 4 cups chicken broth
• 1 cup clam juice
• 3 tablespoons tomato paste
• 2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
• 1 tablespoon low-sodium soy sauce
• 2 teaspoons paprika
• 0.5 teaspoon cayenne pepper
• 1 teaspoon dried thyme
• 1 teaspoon dried rosemary, crushed
• 0.5 teaspoon celery salt
• 2 pieces bay leaves
• 0.5 cup heavy cream
• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
• 1 loaf French bread or baguette (for serving, optional)

Directions

Step 1

Melt the butter and olive oil in a large soup pot over medium heat.

Step 2

Add the minced garlic and diced onion to the pot and sauté for 3-4 minutes, or until the onion is soft and translucent.

Step 3

Pour in the chicken broth and clam juice, stirring to combine.

Step 4

Whisk in the tomato paste, Worcestershire sauce, and soy sauce until fully incorporated.

Step 5

Stir in the paprika, cayenne pepper, thyme, rosemary, celery salt, and bay leaves. Bring the mixture to a simmer over medium heat.

Step 6

Reduce the heat to low and let the soup simmer gently for 30 minutes, stirring occasionally to develop the flavors.

Step 7

Add the shrimp to the pot and cook for 3-5 minutes, or until the shrimp are pink and fully cooked through.

Step 8

Stir in the heavy cream and cook for an additional 2 minutes, taking care not to let the soup boil.

Step 9

Remove the bay leaves and taste the soup, adjusting seasonings as necessary.

Step 10

Ladle the Killer Shrimp Soup into bowls, garnish with fresh chopped parsley, and serve hot.

Step 11

Serve with warm French bread or baguette for dipping, if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2476.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2464.4

Total Fat 73.3g	0%
Saturated Fat 29.4g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 987.3mg	0%
Sodium 6919.8mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 276.2g	0%
Dietary Fiber 17.3g	0%
Total Sugars 24.5g
Protein 170.9g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 666.4mg	0%
Iron 22.2mg	0%
Potassium 3899.5mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 26.9%

Protein: 27.9%

Carbs: 45.1%