MEXICAN SHRIMP BISQUE RECIPE

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I enjoy both Cajun and Mexican cuisine, and this rich, elegant soup combines the best of both. I serve it with a crispy green salad and glass of white wine for a simple but very special meal. -Karen Harris, Castle Rock, Colorado

Provided by @MakeItYours

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 small onion, chopped
1 tablespoon olive oil
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 tablespoon all-purpose flour
1 cup water
1/2 cup heavy whipping cream
2 teaspoons chicken bouillon granules
1 tablespoon chili powder
1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
1/2 teaspoon ground coriander
1/2 pound uncooked medium shrimp, peeled and deveined
1/2 cup sour cream
Chopped fresh cilantro and sliced avocado, optional

Steps:

  • In a small saucepan, saute onion in oil until tender. Add garlic; cook 1 minute longer. Stir in flour until blended. Stir in the water, cream, bouillon and seasonings; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 5 minutes.
  • Cut shrimp into bite-size pieces if desired; add shrimp to soup. Simmer 5-10 minutes longer or until shrimp turn pink. Place sour cream in a small bowl; gradually stir in 1/2 cup hot soup. Return all to the pan, stirring constantly. Heat through (do not boil). Top with cilantro and avocado if desired.
  • Yield: 3 servings.
  • Originally published as Mexican Shrimp Bisque in Cooking for 2
  • Fall 2005, p31
  • Nutritional Facts
  • cup equals 357 calories, 28 g fat (15 g saturated fat), 173 mg cholesterol, 706 mg sodium, 10 g carbohydrate, 2 g fiber, 16 g protein.
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