Step 1
Dice the red bell pepper and onion, mince the garlic, peel and chop the potatoes, and peel and devein the shrimp.
Zesty Shrimp Chowder
Zesty Shrimp Chowder is a bold, creamy seafood soup that balances tender shrimp, hearty potatoes, sweet corn, and just the right touch of spice. With a hint of lime and smoky paprika, it's a comforting and flavorful chowder perfect for chilly nights or festive dinners.
Ingredients
- 300 g medium shrimp (peeled and deveined)
- 2 (300 g) potatoes (peeled and diced)
- 150 g corn kernels
- 1 (120g) red bell pepper (diced)
- 1 (150g) onion (diced)
- 3 cloves (15g) garlic (minced)
- 250 ml whole milk
- 100 ml heavy cream
- 400 ml chicken or seafood broth
- 1 tbsp lime juice
- 1 tsp chili powder
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- 1/2 tsp dried oregano
- 20 g unsalted butter
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- Salt (to taste)
- Black pepper (to taste)
- Parsley (for garnish)
Cooking Steps
Step 2
In a large pot, heat olive oil and butter. Sauté onion, garlic, and red bell pepper until soft (about 5 minutes).
Step 3
Add potatoes, chili powder, paprika, and oregano. Stir for 2 minutes.
Step 4
Pour in broth, bring to a boil, then reduce to simmer for 10–12 minutes until potatoes soften.
Step 5
Add milk and cream, mix well. Add corn and simmer another 5 minutes.
Step 6
Add shrimp and cook for 3–4 minutes until just cooked. Add lime juice, salt, and pepper to taste.
