MEXICAN SHRIMP BISQUE

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

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Lunch

Time 30m

Yield 3 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 13

Ingredients

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
Optional: Chopped fresh cilantro and sliced avocado

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-sized 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.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 357 calories, Fat 28g fat (15g saturated fat), Cholesterol 173mg cholesterol, Sodium 706mg sodium, Carbohydrate 10g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 16g protein.

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