Duck, Fresh Shrimp and White Bean Soup Recipe

Name: Duck, Fresh Shrimp and White Bean Soup
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 tablespoon olive oil; 1 whole domestic duck, (about 4 1/2 to 5 pounds) cut into 8 pieces; Salt; Freshly ground black pepper; 2 cups chopped onions; 1 cup chopped celery; Cayenne; 1 pound smoked pork sausage, sliced into 1/2-inch thick pieces; 1/2 pound dried navy white beans; 2 bay leaves; 2 tablespoons chopped garlic; 6 cups duck stock; 6 cups water; 3 sprigs fresh thyme; 1 1/2 pounds medium Gulf shrimp, peeled and deveined; 1/2 cup chopped green onions; 2 tablespoons chopped parsley; 1 loaf crusty French bread

Servings: persons

1 tablespoon olive oil
1 whole domestic duck, (about 4 1/2 to 5 pounds) cut into 8 pieces
Salt
Freshly ground black pepper
2 cups chopped onions
1 cup chopped celery
Cayenne
1 pound smoked pork sausage, sliced into 1/2-inch thick pieces
1/2 pound dried navy white beans
2 bay leaves
2 tablespoons chopped garlic
6 cups duck stock
6 cups water
3 sprigs fresh thyme
1 1/2 pounds medium Gulf shrimp, peeled and deveined
1/2 cup chopped green onions
2 tablespoons chopped parsley
1 loaf crusty French bread

1
In a large saucepan, over medium heat, add the olive oil.
2
Season the duck pieces with salt and pepper.
3
When the oil is hot, sear the duck, fat side down for about 4 to 6 minutes.
4
Turn over the duck and continue to sear for 4 minutes.
5
Remove the duck from the pan and set aside.
6
Add the onions and celery to the pan.
7
Season the vegetables with salt and cayenne.
8
Saute the vegetables until wilted, about 4 minutes.
9
Add the sausage and continue to saute for 4 minutes.
10
Stir in the beans, bay leaves, and garlic.
11
Add the duck stock, water and fresh thyme.
12
Place the duck pieces back into the pan.
13
Bring the liquid to a boil and skim off any cloudy scum that has risen to the service.
14
Reduce the heat to a simmer and cook, uncovered for 2 hours, stirring occasionally or until the meat and beans are tender.
15
Season the shrimp with salt and pepper.
16
Add the shrimp to the pot and continue to cook for 8 to 10 minutes, or until the shrimp turn pink and curl their tails in completely.
17
Reseason if necessary and stir in the green onions and parsley.
18
Ladle into serving bowls and serve with crusty bread.

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 18 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 tablespoon olive oil, 1 whole domestic duck, (about 4 1/2 to 5 pounds) cut into 8 pieces, Salt, Freshly ground black pepper, and more.

Yes, Duck, Fresh Shrimp and White Bean Soup falls under the Seafood category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Duck, Fresh Shrimp and White Bean Soup

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

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