Caldo de Camaron
Caldo de Camaron is a vibrant and aromatic shrimp soup that transports you to sun-soaked beaches with every spoonful. This delightful dish features succulent shrimp swimming in a rich, flavorful broth, complemented by fresh vegetables and fragrant spices. Perfect for cozy evenings or special gatherings, Caldo de Camaron is not just a meal; it’s an experience that warms the heart and delights the senses.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: Mexican
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 2 ripe tomatoes, chopped
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 medium carrots, sliced
- 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
- 4 cups fish stock or water
- 2 tbsp fresh lime juice
- 1 tsp chili powder (optional)
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Salt to taste
Instructions
- Prepare your ingredients by chopping tomatoes, onions, garlic, carrots, and cilantro.
- In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium heat. Sauté onions and garlic for 3-4 minutes until golden brown.
- Add chopped tomatoes and carrots to the pot. Cook for another 5 minutes until softened.
- Pour in fish stock or water; bring to a gentle simmer while scraping any bits from the bottom of the pot.
- Stir in shrimp, cooking until they turn pink (about 3-5 minutes).
- Squeeze in lime juice and season with salt and optional chili powder to taste.
- Ladle into bowls and garnish with fresh cilantro before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (250g)
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 540mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 160mg