Description
Spicy Shrimp Soup is a bold weeknight favorite that delivers big flavor in under 30 minutes. Juicy shrimp swim in a savory tomato broth with paprika, cumin, garlic, and a gentle kick of chili. Naturally gluten-free and paleo-friendly, this soup is light yet satisfying, perfect for busy evenings. Quick to assemble, customizable for heat, and finished with lime and cilantro for bright, fresh notes. Great for meal prep and make-ahead lunches.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb raw shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 small onion, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 red bell pepper, diced
- 4 cups seafood broth (or chicken broth)
- 1 can (14 oz) diced tomatoes
- 1 tsp paprika
- ½ tsp chili flakes (adjust to taste)
- ½ tsp ground cumin
- ½ tsp black pepper
- Salt, to taste
- Juice of 1 lime
- Fresh cilantro, for garnish
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add onion and bell pepper and sauté for 4–5 minutes until softened.
- Add garlic and cook for 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Stir in diced tomatoes, broth, paprika, chili flakes, cumin, pepper, and salt. Bring to a simmer.
- Reduce heat and simmer for 10 minutes to let flavors develop.
- Add shrimp and cook for 3–4 minutes, or until shrimp turn pink and opaque.
- Stir in lime juice and adjust seasoning as needed.
- Remove from heat and garnish with fresh cilantro.
- Serve hot and enjoy immediately.
Notes
- Naturally gluten-free and paleo-friendly.
- Adjust chili flakes to taste for more or less heat.
- Can substitute chicken broth if seafood broth isn’t available.
- Leftovers refrigerate well for up to 2 days.
- Garnish with cilantro and a lime wedge before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Seafood
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 210 kcal
- Sugar: 4 g
- Sodium: 650 mg
- Fat: 4 g
- Saturated Fat: 2 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 7 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 28 g
- Cholesterol: 130 mg
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