Best 6 New Orleans Corn Shrimp Soup Recipes

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New Orleans corn shrimp soup is a creamy, flavorful soup that combines the best of Louisiana's seafood and produce. Originating in the heart of the French Quarter, this soup is packed with fresh corn, succulent shrimp, and a vibrant blend of spices, creating a taste that is both hearty and refreshing. Whether you're a local New Orleanian or just a visitor looking for a taste of the city's cuisine, this soup is sure to satisfy your cravings and leave you wanting more.

Here are our top 6 tried and tested recipes!

SHRIMP AND CORN SOUP



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Provided by Food Network

Time 40m

Yield 4 to 6 servings (about 1 1/2 cups fondue)

Number Of Ingredients 26

1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter
1/2 onion, chopped
1 stalk celery, chopped
1/4 red bell pepper, chopped
1/4 cup all-purpose flour
1 cup chicken broth
1 1/2 cups heavy whipping cream
1 1/2 cups whole milk
One 15-ounce can cream-style corn
1 cup corn kernels (from 2 medium ears corn)
1 pound small shrimp (30/40s), peeled and deveined
2 teaspoons Cajun Select Seasoning, recipe follows
Splash liquid crab boil
1/4 cup green onions sliced on a bias
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
Paprika, for garnish
2 tablespoons granulated garlic
2 tablespoons paprika
2 tablespoons kosher salt
1 tablespoon cayenne pepper
1 tablespoon onion powder
1 tablespoon ground black pepper
1 tablespoon sugar
1 teaspoon dried basil
1 teaspoon ground celery seed
1 teaspoon dried oregano

Steps:

  • Melt the butter in a large heavy-bottomed saucepan over medium-high heat. Add the onion, celery and bell pepper and saute until the onions are translucent, about 3 minutes. Sprinkle in the flour and mix well. Cook, stirring constantly, until the roux is blonde in color, 3 to 5 minutes. Pour in the broth gradually, stirring constantly. Stir in the whipping cream, milk, creamed corn and corn kernels.
  • Cook over medium-low heat, stirring frequently, for 10 minutes. Sprinkle the shrimp with the Cajun seasoning and add to the pan. Add the liquid crab boil, then fold in half the green onions and simmer until the shrimp turn bright pink. Season to taste with salt and pepper. Ladle into soup bowls, then sprinkle with paprika and the remaining green onions.
  • Blend together the granulated garlic, paprika, salt, cayenne, onion powder, black pepper, sugar, basil, celery seed and oregano in a bowl until combined. Store in an airtight jar for up to 6 months.

EASY FAST NEW ORLEANS SHRIMP CORN SOUP



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Wonderful Shrimp and Corn Soup recipe as good as the restaurant's complicated ones. Quick easy and DELICIOUS!

Provided by Cheley

Categories     < 60 Mins

Time 35m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 lb peeled medium raw shrimp (comes frozen)
green onion
1 (10 ounce) can condensed tomato soup
1 (8 ounce) can tomato sauce
3 (10 ounce) soup cans water
2 (14 ounce) cans creamed corn
1 (14 ounce) can kernel corn (drained)
1 lb sliced smoked sausage
basil

Steps:

  • Saute onions and sausage in soup pot. Mix in other ingredients.
  • Simmer as long as you like.
  • Ta-Da! This is really wonderful! And you can make it in a jiffy. If you'd like it thicker use a little water with corn starch.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 480.2, Fat 23.4, SaturatedFat 7.4, Cholesterol 141.6, Sodium 2012.8, Carbohydrate 48.1, Fiber 4.5, Sugar 12.9, Protein 25

NEW ORLEANS CORN & SHRIMP SOUP



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Frank Davis is a resident cook in New Orleans as well as hosting his own cooking show. This is his recipe that I have adapted to my preferences. It is wonderful as an appetizer or a superb main course on a cold rainy day.

Provided by Luby Luby Luby

Categories     Corn

Time 1h45m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 20

2 lbs shrimp (shells on)
1/2 cup real butter
1 cup onion, chopped fine
1 tablespoon minced garlic
1/2 cup green onion, finely sliced
1/2 cup celery, finely chopped
1/4 bell pepper, finely chopped
2 cups shrimp stock
1 pint whipping cream
1 cup whole milk
2 (15 ounce) cans cream-style corn
1/2 lb good quality bacon (fried and crumbled) or 1/2 lb diced tasso, if you can find it
1 teaspoon basil
2 teaspoons salt
1 teaspoon white pepper
1 dash cayenne pepper (more if you want hot)
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
1/4 teaspoon Tabasco sauce
4 tablespoons chopped cilantro
1 onion, quartered (for stock)

Steps:

  • Rinse shrimp in cool water then peel and save shells.
  • In large pot place shrimp shells, 2 quarts of water and quartered onion and bring to a boil, gently boiling shells.
  • Continue boiling until you end up with about 2 cups of stock (at least 45 minutes).
  • Strain the stock into a bowl, discard shells and onion and set aside.
  • In large heavy dutch oven melt butter over medium heat and saute the onions, green onion, celery, bell pepper and garlic until vegetables are soft being careful not to burn.
  • Reduce the fire to low and add the shrimp cooking until pink, about 3 minutes (no more-do not overcook).
  • Remove the mixture from the dutch oven and separate into 2 equal portions.
  • Set one portion aside and run the other portion through the food processor until it is finely shredded (not pasty).
  • Pour reserved shrimp stock in the dutch oven and add the shredded shrimp/vegetable mixture, whipping cream and whole milk.
  • Mix well, turn heat to medium high bring to a gentle boil and stir uncovered for about 3 minutes.
  • Add the creamed corn and crumbled bacon (or tasso), mixing well and cook for another 4 minutes.
  • As it is simmering add the basil, salt, white pepper, black pepper, cayenne and tabasco.
  • Next add the reserved whole shrimp (the unshredded portion), mixing well.
  • Cover the dutch oven and cook on low heat for about 20 minutes.
  • Place in serving bowls and garnish with cilantro.

CHILLED CORN AND SHRIMP SOUP



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Hot days call for cool foods, like this refreshing soup. Both filling and flavorful, it uses the best of summer's bounty. Seasonings can be adjusted to your tastes. -Mary Marlowe Leverette, Columbia, South Carolina

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 30m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 12

1/2 cup chopped sweet onion
3 tablespoons olive oil
1-1/2 pounds uncooked small shrimp, peeled and deveined
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 teaspoon curry powder
2 cups buttermilk
1 package (16 ounces) frozen shoepeg corn, thawed, divided
1 cup reduced-fat sour cream
1 teaspoon hot pepper sauce
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon coarsely ground pepper
2 tablespoons minced chives

Steps:

  • In a large skillet, saute onion in oil until tender. Add the shrimp, garlic and curry; saute until shrimp turn pink, 4-6 minutes longer. Remove from the heat and set aside., In a blender, combine the buttermilk, 2 cups corn, sour cream, pepper sauce, salt and pepper. Cover and process until smooth; transfer to a large bowl. Add remaining corn and shrimp mixture. Cover and refrigerate for at least 3 hours. Garnish servings with chives.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 317 calories, Fat 13g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 153mg cholesterol, Sodium 689mg sodium, Carbohydrate 23g carbohydrate (10g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 26g protein.

CAJUN CORN SOUP WITH SHRIMP



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Cajun flavor dominates this wonderful soup. Living in Louisiana make cooking with Cajun spice second nature. It is the best!-Debra Dennis, Convent, Louisiana

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 50m

Yield 12 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 10

1/2 cup vegetable oil
1/2 cup all-purpose flour
1 small onion, chopped
1/3 cup green onions, chopped
2 quarts hot water or heated chicken broth
2 cans (14-1/2 ounces) stewed tomatoes, cut up
8 cups cut corn or 4 cans (16 ounces each) whole-kernel corn, drained
2 pounds peeled, deveined shrimp
Salt to taste
Pepper to taste

Steps:

  • In a heavy 8-qt. Dutch oven or soup kettle, combine oil and flour until smooth. Cook over medium-high heat for 5 minutes, stirring constantly. Reduce heat to medium. Cook and stir about 5 minutes more or until mixture is reddish-brown (the color of a penny). Add onion and green onions. Cook for 5 minutes, stirring often. , Increase heat to high. Add hot water or broth, tomatoes and corn. Bring to boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 15 minutes. Add shrimp; simmer for 5 minutes or until shrimp turn pink. Season to taste with salt and pepper.

Nutrition Facts :

CREAMY SHRIMP AND CORN SOUP



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This recipe is great for people who want a quick, hearty soup. It's creamy but not very fattening.

Provided by Alisa Kennedy

Categories     Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes     Soup Recipes     Seafood

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 pound medium shrimp - peeled and deveined
1 onion, chopped
ΒΌ cup margarine
1 (10.75 ounce) can condensed cream of chicken soup
1 (10.75 ounce) can low-fat cream of celery soup
1 (16 ounce) package frozen corn kernels
1 (14.5 ounce) can chicken broth
1 cup skim milk
1 pinch dried rosemary
1 pinch dried thyme
1 pinch ground nutmeg
salt and pepper to taste

Steps:

  • In a large pot over medium high heat, saute the shrimp and the onions in the butter or margarine for about 5 minutes or until onions are tender. Add the cream of chicken soup, cream of celery soup, corn, broth, milk, rosemary, thyme, nutmeg and salt and pepper to taste. Reduce heat to low and simmer for 20 minutes. Serve with French bread.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 231.5 calories, Carbohydrate 21.6 g, Cholesterol 91.4 mg, Fat 9.9 g, Fiber 2 g, Protein 15.7 g, SaturatedFat 1.9 g, Sodium 560.3 mg, Sugar 4.9 g

Tips:

  • Use fresh ingredients. The fresher the ingredients, the better your soup will taste. If possible, use shrimp that has been caught within the last 24 hours.
  • Don't overcrowd the pot. When you add the shrimp to the pot, make sure there is enough room for them to swim around. If the pot is too crowded, the shrimp will not cook evenly.
  • Cook the shrimp until they are just opaque. Overcooked shrimp are tough and rubbery. Cook the shrimp for just a few minutes, until they are just opaque in the center.
  • Add the corn last. The corn will cook quickly, so add it to the pot last. This will prevent it from becoming overcooked.
  • Season to taste. Add salt and pepper to taste. You can also add other seasonings, such as cayenne pepper, paprika, or Old Bay seasoning.

Conclusion:

New Orleans corn shrimp soup is a delicious and easy-to-make soup that is perfect for a quick and easy meal. It is also a great way to use up leftover shrimp. This soup is sure to be a hit with your family and friends. So next time you are looking for a new soup recipe, give this one a try.

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