Shrimp Sopa Criolla

Prep 20 min
Total 45 min
Ingredients 16
Servings 3

Sopa criolla is normally made with chopped meat and is very popular among locals in Lima, Peru. It is also known as ‘sopa a la minuta’ or minute soup because it can be prepared quickly, with sabroso results. Since I recently had some shrimp in the refrigerator, I thought of making a seafood version of this delicious dish, using shrimp in place of meat. The results were exquisito and filling; now I have another recipe for comforting the whole family on the coldest days. Scallops can also be used in place of shrimp, but in this case, they should only be added at the last minute of cooking; then let sit and serve a few minutes afterward. This will prevent overcooking and keep the scallops soft and juicy. I invite you to try out this recipe- I’m sure you’ll enjoy it so much, it will become part of your own culinary repertoire at home! MORE + LESS -

Ingredients

cups concentrated fish broth

tablespoons oil

1/2

whole red onion, finely sliced

garlic cloves

tablespoons Peruvian ají panca paste, to your taste

tomato, grated

1/2

teaspoon dried oregano

Salt and pepper

1/2

red bell pepper, diced

1/2

cup carrots, cut into cubes

small yellow potatoes, peeled

1 1/2

lbs shrimp

1/2

cup evaporated milk (or cream)

fried eggs

stems of parsley

Toasted bread

Directions

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1

In a frying pan, heat the oil and sauté the onion, garlic and ají panca paste. When the onion turns translucid add the grated tomato and oregano; stir for five minutes. Season with salt and pepper.
2

Next, pour-in the fish broth and bring to a boil for 10 minutes. Then incorporate the bell pepper, carrots and potatoes. Lower the heat and let simmer until the vegetables are soft.
3

Last, add-in the shrimp and continue cooking for five more minutes. Pour the evaporated milk and stir well; be careful to not let the mixture boil. Remove from heat.
4

Serve each plate of soup with a portion of vegetables, potatoes and shrimp in each one. Finish off by placing a fried egg on top. Garnish with a stem of parsley and accompany with a slice of toasted bread.

Expert Tips

If you don’t like bell peppers, you can use peas instead. The carrots are also optional.
A poached egg can be used in place of a fried egg, or omitted altogether if you wish.
Like more spice? Add a little more aji panca paste.

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Sopa criolla is normally made with chopped meat and is very popular among locals in Lima, Peru. It is also known as ‘sopa a la minuta’ or minute soup because it can be prepared quickly, with sabroso results. Since I recently had some shrimp in the refrigerator, I thought of making a seafood version of this delicious dish, using shrimp in place of meat. The results were exquisito and filling; now I have another recipe for comforting the whole family on the coldest days. Scallops can also be used in place of shrimp, but in this case, they should only be added at the last minute of cooking; then let sit and serve a few minutes afterward. This will prevent overcooking and keep the scallops soft and juicy. I invite you to try out this recipe- I’m sure you’ll enjoy it so much, it will become part of your own culinary repertoire at home!