Description
Cajun Corn Shrimp Soup is a delightful dish that embodies the vibrant flavors of Southern cuisine. This hearty soup features tender shrimp, sweet corn, and a medley of fresh vegetables, all simmered in a rich, spicy broth. Ideal for chilly evenings or casual gatherings, this comforting meal is sure to impress your family and friends. With its bold seasoning and customizable ingredients, it’s not just a dish but an experience that warms the soul. Perfectly paired with crusty bread or served over rice, this soup is a go-to choice for easy weeknight dinners or special occasions.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound large shrimp (peeled and deveined)
- Creole seasoning
- 2 tablespoons canola oil
- 1 large onion (diced)
- 1 tablespoon minced garlic
- 1 large bay leaf
- 2 teaspoons fresh thyme
- ½ cup chopped celery sticks
- 1 red bell pepper (diced)
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 4–5 cups warm chicken stock
- 5 ears of corn (about 3 cups)
- 1 teaspoon white pepper
- 1 potato (about half pound)
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Prepare the corn by cutting the kernels from the cob and gathering them with their juices in a bowl.
- Season the shrimp generously with Creole seasoning. Heat canola oil in a heavy-bottomed Dutch oven over medium heat.
- Sauté the shrimp for about 3-5 minutes until just cooked through; set aside.
- In the same pot, sauté onions, garlic, bay leaf, and thyme for one minute. Add celery, bell pepper, smoked paprika, and more Creole seasoning; cook until onions are soft.
- Stir in tomato paste and cook briefly before adding warm chicken stock, corn kernels, white pepper, and diced potatoes.
- Bring to a boil and simmer for 20-30 minutes until potatoes are tender. Add sautéed shrimp during the last few minutes if desired. Garnish with parsley before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: Southern
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 310
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 700mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 46g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 180mg