VERACRUZANA CRAB SOUP
This is an elegant soup that I've served at dinner parties as well as family dinners. It has a spicy depth of flavor, resulting from the combination of pickled capers, pickled jalapeños (don't substitute fresh for canned here) and olives.
Provided by Martha Rose Shulman
Categories dinner, soups and stews, appetizer, main course
Time 1h15m
Yield Serves six to eight
Number Of Ingredients 15
Steps:
- Heat the oil over medium heat in a large, heavy soup pot or Dutch oven, and add the onions. Cook, stirring, for five to 10 minutes until tender. Add the garlic and continue to cook for another minute or two, until the garlic begins to color. Add the tomatoes and about 1/2 teaspoon salt, and cook, stirring, for about 15 minutes, until the tomatoes are somewhat cooked down and the mixture smells fragrant. Add the potatoes, the winter squash, chiles, olives, capers, bouquet garni and the oregano, and stir together for five minutes. Add 2 quarts water and salt to taste, and bring to a simmer. Simmer 30 minutes, until the potatoes and winter squash are tender. Taste and adjust seasonings, adding more salt and/or garlic if you wish. Remove from the heat if not serving right away.
- Bring the soup back to a bare simmer, and stir in the crab. Heat through, stirring and being careful not to let the soup boil or the crabmeat, which is already cooked, will become too rubbery. Just before serving, stir in the chopped cilantro, and serve with lime wedges on the side.
Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 202, UnsaturatedFat 3 grams, Carbohydrate 25 grams, Fat 4 grams, Fiber 7 grams, Protein 19 grams, SaturatedFat 1 gram, Sodium 1023 milligrams, Sugar 8 grams, TransFat 0 grams
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mydogkobe lolmydogkobe
[email protected]I'm always looking for new and exciting ways to cook crab, and this recipe definitely fits the bill. It's a delicious and unique way to enjoy this seafood favorite.
chris calkins
[email protected]This is the perfect soup for a party or potluck. It's easy to make ahead of time, and it's always a hit with guests.
Lucky Hellu
[email protected]I love the combination of flavors in this soup. The tomatoes, peppers, and spices all come together to create a really unique and flavorful broth.
Deepak Ramchandani
[email protected]This soup is a great way to use up leftover crabmeat. I always have a container of crabmeat in my freezer, so I can make this soup anytime I want.
Andre Green
[email protected]I'm so glad I found this recipe. It's a delicious and easy way to enjoy crab.
Nagina Umer
[email protected]This is one of those recipes that I always get compliments on when I make it. It's a surefire way to impress your friends and family.
Steve Palooch
[email protected]This soup is the perfect comfort food. It's warm, hearty, and satisfying. I always feel better after eating a bowl of this soup.
Md. Nur-A-Alam Ripon
[email protected]I love the bright and vibrant colors of this soup. It's a feast for the eyes as well as the taste buds.
Brinda
[email protected]I'm always looking for new and exciting soup recipes, and this one definitely fits the bill. It's a unique and flavorful soup that I will definitely be making again.
Davis Linda
[email protected]This is a great recipe for a weeknight meal. It's quick and easy to make, and it's a healthy and delicious way to get your seafood fix.
Fatima Sherkheli
[email protected]I served this soup with a side of rice and it was the perfect meal. The rice helped to soak up all of the delicious broth.
Mercy Musenya
[email protected]I doubled the recipe and it made a huge pot of soup. I froze the leftovers and they were just as good when I reheated them.
Liz Basilio
[email protected]I'm not a big fan of spicy food, so I omitted the jalapeños from this recipe. It was still really flavorful.
Ethan Dennett
[email protected]I made this soup in my slow cooker and it turned out perfect. It's the perfect meal for a cold winter day.
Phyo Htet kyaw
[email protected]I'm allergic to shellfish, so I substituted shrimp in this recipe. It turned out just as delicious!
Happiness Emmanuel Gimba
[email protected]I love that this recipe uses simple, everyday ingredients. I always have everything I need to make it on hand.
Neelam Nazir
[email protected]This is one of my favorite recipes to make when I'm short on time. It's quick and easy to make, and it's always a crowd-pleaser.
Soni's Creation
[email protected]I made this soup for a party and it was a huge hit! Everyone loved it. I especially liked the crispy tortillas on top.
Ajah Mach
[email protected]I'm not usually a fan of crab soup, but this recipe changed my mind. The addition of the tomatoes, peppers, and spices gave it a really unique and flavorful taste.
MJ Jacobs
[email protected]This soup was absolutely delicious! The flavors were so rich and complex, and the crab was cooked perfectly. I will definitely be making this again.