Spicy Shrimp and Chorizo Chowder with Creamy Coconut Broth Recipe
A hearty and flavorful Spicy Shrimp and Chorizo Chowder featuring a rich and creamy coconut broth, tender potatoes, smoky paprika, and succulent shrimp, finished with fresh parsley for a perfect warming meal.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Spanish-inspired
Ingredients
Scale
Meat & Seafood
- 1/2 pound chorizo sausage, casings removed and crumbled
- 1 pound shrimp, peeled and deveined
Produce
- 1 small onion, finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 large potatoes, peeled and diced
- Fresh parsley, chopped, for garnish
Dairy & Oils
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
Pantry
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 1/2 cup coconut milk
- 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook the chorizo: Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add the crumbled chorizo and cook for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until it starts to crisp up and releases its flavorful oils.
- Sauté onions and garlic: Add the finely chopped onion and minced garlic to the pot with the chorizo. Cook for an additional 3 minutes until the onions become translucent and the garlic is fragrant.
- Add potatoes and liquids: Stir in the diced potatoes, chicken broth, heavy cream, and coconut milk. Bring the mixture to a simmer over medium heat.
- Simmer until potatoes are tender: Let the chowder simmer gently for 15-20 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the potatoes are soft and cooked through.
- Cook the shrimp: Add the peeled and deveined shrimp along with smoked paprika to the pot. Cook for 5-7 minutes more, or until the shrimp turn pink and opaque, indicating they are cooked.
- Season and serve: Season the chowder with salt and pepper to taste. Remove from heat, ladle into bowls, garnish with chopped fresh parsley, and serve hot.
Notes
- You can substitute chicken broth with vegetable broth to make it pescatarian friendly.
- Adjust the amount of smoked paprika or add cayenne pepper for more heat.
- For a dairy-free version, omit heavy cream and add extra coconut milk or a non-dairy cream alternative.
- Serve with crusty bread or over rice for a more filling meal.
- Make sure not to overcook the shrimp to avoid rubbery texture.
Keywords: Shrimp chowder, chorizo soup, coconut broth soup, spicy shrimp recipe, creamy chowder
