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Caldo de Camarón

Hearty Caldo de Camarón: Your Ultimate Comforting Bowl

A comforting bowl of Caldo de Camarón, rich with shrimp and fresh vegetables, perfect for chilly evenings.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 6 bowls
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Soup
  • 1 pound large shrimp use fresh or thawed frozen
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil can substitute with canola oil
  • 1 diced carrot adds sweetness and color
  • 1 diced onion substitute with shallots for milder taste
  • 2 chopped garlic garlic powder works as an alternative
  • 1 bay leaf remove before serving
  • 1 teaspoon salt adjust to taste
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano can swap for thyme
  • 1 sprinkle black pepper opt for freshly ground
  • 1 can diced tomatoes fresh tomatoes can be used
  • 1 cup tomato sauce can substitute with more diced tomatoes
  • 4 cups water or use vegetable/seafood stock
  • 2 Caldo de Camarón bouillon cubes can be replaced with homemade stock
  • 1 medium russet potato diced
  • 1 zucchini contributes texture and freshness
  • 1 teaspoon ground pasilla chili pepper use smoked paprika for milder flavor
  • 1 teaspoon ground ancho chili pepper cayenne can serve as an alternative
  • 1/4 cup chopped cilantro for garnish
  • 1 fresh lime garnish with wedges

Equipment

  • Large pot

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Warm 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a large pot over medium heat until it shimmers.
  2. Add 1 diced carrot, 1 diced onion, and 2 chopped garlic cloves to the pot. Sauté for 5-7 minutes.
  3. Stir in 1 bay leaf, 1 teaspoon of salt, 1 teaspoon of dried oregano, and a sprinkle of black pepper.
  4. Pour in 1 can of diced tomatoes, 1 cup of tomato sauce, and 4 cups of water. Crumble in 2 bouillon cubes.
  5. Gently incorporate 1 pound of large shrimp, 1 diced russet potato, and 1 diced zucchini.
  6. Once cooked, remove the bay leaf and stir in 1/4 cup of chopped cilantro.
  7. Ladle the soup into bowls and garnish with fresh lime wedges.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 20gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 150mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 3gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Customize with spices or different vegetables as desired. Always opt for fresh shrimp for best flavor.

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