Maggie'S Shrimp Tortilla Soup Recipe

Name: Maggie'S Shrimp Tortilla Soup
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 lb medium shrimp; 1 tablespoon paprika; 1 teaspoon cayenne pepper; 1 teaspoon black pepper; 1 teaspoon ground oregano; 1 tablespoon salt (to taste); 1 tablespoon garlic powder; 1 teaspoon sugar; 1 bunch scallion, finely chopped including green; 2 cups onions, chopped; 1 cup fresh cilantro, finely chopped; 2 -3 jalapenos, finely chopped (remove seeds & veins for less heat); 4 cups tomatoes, chopped; 2 cups tomato juice; 2 cups water; 12 corn tortillas; 1 lb monterey jack cheese, grated; 1 lime, cut into wedges; 1 -2 tablespoon canola oil or 1 -2 tablespoon olive oil

Servings: persons

1 lb medium shrimp
1 tablespoon paprika
1 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1 teaspoon black pepper
1 teaspoon ground oregano
1 tablespoon salt (to taste)
1 tablespoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon sugar
1 bunch scallion, finely chopped including green
2 cups onions, chopped
1 cup fresh cilantro, finely chopped
2 -3 jalapenos, finely chopped (remove seeds & veins for less heat)
4 cups tomatoes, chopped
2 cups tomato juice
2 cups water
12 corn tortillas
1 lb monterey jack cheese, grated
1 lime, cut into wedges
1 -2 tablespoon canola oil or 1 -2 tablespoon olive oil

1
Peel and devein the shrimp and set aside (if they are large I cut into chunks.).
2
In a small bowl, blend the paprika, cayenne, black pepper, oregano, salt, garlic & sugar. Set aside.
3
Pour a small amount of oil into 4 quart Dutch oven or pot. Add the onions, cilantro and jalapeno. Saute just until the onion is transparent, then stir in the chopped tomatoes.
4
Add the spice mix and simmer 10 minutes, stirring occasionally.
5
Add tomato juice and water and simmer another 10 minutes.
6
Add shrimp and cook 5 minutes or just until shrimp are done. Do not overcook.
7
While soup is simmering, cut tortillas into strips and place on a pammed cookie sheet. Spray with olive oil; sprinkle with salt if desired. Bake at 350 for about 5 to 7 minutes. Watch closely so they don't burn.
8
To serve, place a layer of tortilla strips in the bottom of a shallow soup bowl. Ladle soup on top then garnish with cheese. Add a lime wedge on the side.

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

You need 19 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 lb medium shrimp, 1 tablespoon paprika, 1 teaspoon cayenne pepper, 1 teaspoon black pepper, and more.

Yes, Maggie'S Shrimp Tortilla 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.

Maggie'S Shrimp Tortilla Soup

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