The most delicious seafood soups worth making

Seafood not only offers exquisite flavor, but also plenty of protein, iodine, healthy fats, and vitamins. Soups made with it are flavorful, nutritious, and light all at once. We at joy-pup share three tried-and-true recipes that are perfect for both a family lunch and a festive dinner. Also read about marinades for mushrooms.

Classic Shrimp and Cream Soup

Ingredients:

• Shrimp – 400 g
• Potatoes – 3
• Carrots – 1
• Onion – 1
• 20% cream – 200 ml
• Butter – 30 g
• Garlic – 2 cloves
• Salt, pepper, and dill – to taste

Preparation:

• Peel the shrimp (if peeled) and boil them in salted water for 3-4 minutes.
• In a separate saucepan, melt the butter and fry the finely chopped onion, carrot, and garlic until soft.
• Add the diced potatoes and pour in a liter of boiling water or fish stock. Cook until the potatoes are tender.
• Pour in the cream, add the shrimp, and season with salt and pepper. Cook for another 3-5 minutes, without bringing to a boil.
• Serve with herbs and a slice of lemon.

Mediterranean Tomato Soup with Seafood

Ingredients:

• Mixed seafood (squid, mussels, octopus) — 500 g
• Tomatoes in their own juice — 400 g
• Onion — 1
• Bell pepper — 1
• Olive oil — 2 tbsp
• White wine (optional) — 100 ml
• Salt, pepper, and basil — to taste

Directions:

• Chop the onion and pepper and sauté them in olive oil until soft.
• Add chopped tomatoes (or tomatoes in their own juice) and simmer briefly to thicken the sauce.
• Pour in 0.5 liters of water (or broth), adding more wine if desired.
• When the soup comes to a boil, add the seafood and simmer for 7-10 minutes.
• Season with salt, pepper, and basil.
• Serve hot, sprinkled with fresh herbs and toasted garlic baguette.

Thai Soup with Coconut Milk and Seafood

Ingredients:

• Mixed seafood – 400 g
• Coconut milk – 400 ml
• Ginger – 2 cm
• Lemongrass or lime juice – to taste
• Curry paste (red or green) – 1 teaspoon
• Fish sauce – 1 tablespoon
• Water – 300 ml
• Cilantro and green onions – for serving

Directions:

• Heat a little oil in a saucepan and fry the curry paste with grated ginger until fragrant.
• Pour in the coconut milk and water, bring to a gentle simmer.
• Add the seafood and cook for 5-7 minutes.
• Season with fish sauce and lime juice.
• Remove from heat and serve garnished with green onions and cilantro.

To be continued…