Green Soup With Baby Shrimp And Basil Recipe

Name: Green Soup With Baby Shrimp And Basil
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 4 medium-size cucumbers, peeled, halved, seeded and coarsely chopped; 2 large scallions, green part only, coarsely chopped; 1 jalapeno, seeded and coarsely chopped; 1/2 cup fresh cilantro; 2 cups buttermilk; 1 1/2 teaspoons fresh lemon juice; 1/2 teaspoon salt, plus more to taste; Freshly ground pepper to taste; 1/2 lemon; 1/2 pound baby shrimp, in the shell; 8 large basil leaves, cut across into thin strips

Servings: persons

4 medium-size cucumbers, peeled, halved, seeded and coarsely chopped
2 large scallions, green part only, coarsely chopped
1 jalapeno, seeded and coarsely chopped
1/2 cup fresh cilantro
2 cups buttermilk
1 1/2 teaspoons fresh lemon juice
1/2 teaspoon salt, plus more to taste
Freshly ground pepper to taste
1/2 lemon
1/2 pound baby shrimp, in the shell
8 large basil leaves, cut across into thin strips

1
Place the cucumbers, scallions, jalapeno, cilantro and buttermilk in a blender and blend until smooth.
2
Stir in lemon juice, 1/2 teaspoon salt and pepper to taste.
3
Chill in refrigerator.
4
Place the 1/2 lemon and 1 1/2 cups water in a medium saucepan and bring to a boil.
5
Reduce to a simmer, add the shrimp, cover and cook until the shrimp turn pink, about 3 minutes.
6
Drain.
7
When the shrimp are cool enough to handle, peel them.
8
Season with salt and pepper to taste.
9
Taste the soup and adjust seasoning.
10
Divide among 4 bowls and top with shrimp.
11
Garnish with the basil and serve immediately.

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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

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.

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 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 4 medium-size cucumbers, peeled, halved, seeded and coarsely chopped, 2 large scallions, green part only, coarsely chopped, 1 jalapeno, seeded and coarsely chopped, 1/2 cup fresh cilantro, and more.

Yes, Green Soup With Baby Shrimp And Basil 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!

Green Soup With Baby Shrimp And Basil

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