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PERUVIAN SHRIMP SOUP

Authentic Peruvian Shrimp Soup with Creamy Feta Goodness

Experience the flavors of Peru with this hearty PERUVIAN SHRIMP SOUP loaded with shrimp, noodles, and creamy feta.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 bowls
Course: Soups
Cuisine: Peruvian
Calories: 350

Ingredients
  

For the Soup Base
  • 1 pound Large Shrimp raw, deveined shrimp with shells on for extra flavor
  • 3 tablespoons Neutral Oil for sautéing
  • 1 large Sweet Onion finely diced
  • 3 tablespoons Tomato Paste
  • 1 teaspoon Dried Oregano
  • 1 tablespoon Kosher Salt or to taste
  • ½ teaspoon Pepper
  • 8 cups Water
For the Noodles and Creaminess
  • 6 ounces Angel Hair Pasta crushed into pieces
  • 1 can (12 ounces) Evaporated Milk
  • ¾ - 1 pound Feta Cheese crumbled and cut into chunks
For Flavor Extraction
  • 1 piece Cheesecloth for wrapping shrimp shells

Equipment

  • large stockpot
  • Cheesecloth

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Begin by peeling the pound of large shrimp, reserving the shells for added flavor. Gather a cheesecloth, place the shells inside, and secure tightly.
  2. In a large stockpot, heat three tablespoons of neutral oil over medium-high heat. Add the finely diced sweet onion and sauté for about 10 minutes.
  3. Stir in three tablespoons of tomato paste and cook for about 2 minutes. Add in the dried oregano, kosher salt, and black pepper, mixing well.
  4. Pour in 8 cups of water and gently place the cheesecloth pouch filled with shrimp shells into the pot. Bring to a boil, then simmer for 30 minutes.
  5. Carefully remove the cheesecloth pouch, squeezing it to extract all the flavorful shrimp stock. Discard the shells and return the pot to medium heat.
  6. Add 6 ounces of crushed angel hair pasta to the pot, stirring gently. Cook the pasta for 3 minutes, or until al dente.
  7. Stir in a can of evaporated milk. Add the shrimp and cook for an additional 2-3 minutes or until they turn pink.
  8. Crumble in ¾ to 1 pound of feta cheese, mixing until incorporated and slightly melted. Serve hot.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 25gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 1gCholesterol: 150mgSodium: 900mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 2gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 800IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 250mgIron: 2mg

Notes

For a gluten-free adaptation, replace the angel hair pasta with chopped potatoes. Ensure optimal flavor by not freezing the soup with shrimp and feta already mixed in.

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