Description
Creamy and comforting, Shrimp and Corn Soup is the ultimate dish to warm your heart on chilly evenings. This delightful recipe features succulent shrimp and sweet corn simmered in a rich, creamy base, reminiscent of a bisque. Each bowl offers a satisfying blend of flavors that makes it perfect for family gatherings or casual dinners. Plus, it’s ready in under 30 minutes, making it an ideal choice for busy weeknights.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 tablespoons butter
- ½ cup celery (chopped)
- 4 green onions (sliced, separated)
- 4 cloves garlic (minced)
- ¼ cup all-purpose flour
- 2 cups whole milk
- 1 cup heavy whipping cream
- 1 can cream-style corn (15 ounces)
- 1½ cups corn kernels (fresh or frozen)
- 1 pound shrimp (peeled and deveined)
- 2 teaspoons Old Bay seasoning
Instructions
- In a large pot over medium-high heat, melt butter. Add celery and the white parts of green onions; cook until tender, about 3 minutes.
- Stir in garlic, salt, and pepper; cook for another minute until fragrant.
- Sprinkle flour into the pot while stirring; then add milk and cream. Return to heat and bring to a boil, stirring constantly before reducing to simmer.
- Mix in cream-style corn and corn kernels; let simmer for about 5 minutes until thickened.
- Add shrimp and Old Bay seasoning; cook until shrimp are pink and opaque, about 3 minutes. Adjust seasoning if needed before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 23g
- Saturated Fat: 14g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 145mg
Keywords: For extra flavor, consider adding diced bell peppers or carrots. Use fresh ingredients for the best taste. This soup is perfect with warm bread rolls or cornbread muffins on the side.