Sopa De Camarones Con Coco (honduran Coconut Shrimp Soup)
Sopa de Camarones con Coco is a traditional Honduran soup that combines the flavors of shrimp and coconut in a delicious and comforting dish.
Ingredients
- 1 pound shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 onion, finely chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 red bell pepper, diced
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 can (14 oz) coconut milk
- 4 cups fish or vegetable broth
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 tablespoons chopped cilantro
- 2 tablespoons lime juice
Instructions
- In a large pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the onion, garlic, and red bell pepper. Cook until the vegetables are softened, about 5 minutes.
- Add the cumin and paprika, and cook for another 2 minutes.
- Pour in the coconut milk and broth. Bring to a simmer.
- Add the shrimp and cook for 5-7 minutes, until they are pink and cooked through.
- Season with salt and pepper, then stir in the cilantro and lime juice.
- Serve the Sopa de Camarones con Coco hot, garnished with additional cilantro if desired.
Cooking & Preparation
- Preparation time:
- 20 minutes
- Cooking time:
- 30 minutes
- Total time:
- 50 minutes
- Cooking method
- Stovetop
Nutritional facts per 1 serving
- Calories
- 300 per serving
- Carbohydrates
- 15g
- Protein
- 20g
- Fat
- 18g
Supplies
Large pot Stirring spoon Knife Cutting board
Tools
Ladle Serving bowls
Serving suggestions
Sopa de Camarones con Coco is best served with warm corn tortillas or crusty bread.
Tips & tricks
For a spicier version, add a chopped jalapeño or a pinch of cayenne pepper to the soup.
Cost
$20