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Asopao de Camarones

A comforting Dominican rice soup simmered with seasoned shrimp, fresh aromatics, and rich seafood broth.

45 minMediumServes 4420 cal/serving

DominicanSoupStovetopPescatarianHigh ProteinGluten-FreeNut-FreeDairy-FreeSoy-FreeEgg-FreeSesame-FreeLow-SugarAlcohol-FreeCorn-Free

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Ingredients

  • 1 lb raw shrimp, peeled
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 small red onion, diced
  • 1 green bell pepper, diced
  • 4 garlic cloves, minced
  • 2 tbsp tomato paste
  • 1 cup long grain white rice
  • 6 cups seafood stock
  • 1 tsp dried oregano
  • 2 tbsp lime juice
  • 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped

Instructions

  1. 1

    Heat 2 tbsp olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.

  2. 2

    Add 1 small diced red onion, 1 diced green bell pepper, and 4 minced garlic cloves, sautéing for 5 minutes until softened.

  3. 3

    Stir in 2 tbsp tomato paste and 1 tsp dried oregano, cooking for 1 minute until fragrant.

  4. 4

    Add 1 cup long grain white rice and stir to coat with the vegetable mixture.

  5. 5

    Pour in 6 cups seafood stock and bring to a simmer. Cover and cook on low for 15 minutes until rice is tender.

  6. 6

    Stir in 1 lb peeled raw shrimp and cook for 4-5 minutes until pink, opaque, and an internal temperature of 145 degrees F is reached.

  7. 7

    Remove from heat, stir in 2 tbsp lime juice and 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro, then serve immediately.

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Questions

What is Asopao de Camarones?

A comforting Dominican rice soup simmered with seasoned shrimp, fresh aromatics, and rich seafood broth. This reference files it under Dominican soup: made on the stovetop, rated medium and about 45 minutes start to finish.

How much time should I plan for Asopao de Camarones?

As written, 45 minutes: 20 of prep and 25 of cooking. The longest single stretch is step 5 (15 minutes): "Cover and cook on low for 15 minutes until rice is tender."

What internal temperature should Asopao de Camarones reach?

For Asopao de Camarones, the target internal temperature is 145 F (about 65 C), given in step 6. A probe thermometer removes the guesswork.

Can I use frozen shrimp instead of shrimp in Asopao de Camarones?

Yes; most shrimp sold as fresh were frozen once already. Thaw them under cold running water for about ten minutes and pat them very dry so they sear instead of steaming. As written, the entry for Asopao de Camarones uses 1 lb raw shrimp, peeled.

Is Asopao de Camarones gluten-free?

Yes. As written, nothing in the ingredient list for Asopao de Camarones is wheat, barley or rye. Gluten hides in packaged goods, so read the label on the stock.

How much protein is in Asopao de Camarones?

One serving (the recipe makes 4) has 28 g of protein in about 420 calories, alongside 48 g carbohydrate and 12 g fat, plus 3 g fiber and 850 mg sodium. The figures are estimates computed from the ingredient list. More like it: the high-protein soup collection.

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