Seafood

Caldo de Camarón (Mexican Shrimp Broth)

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Ingredients

  • 2 tomatoes
  • 1 piece of onion
  • 1 garlic clove
  • 1 guajillo chili
  • 2 puya chilies
  • 2 arból chilies
  • 3 chipotle chilies in adobo sauce (from a can)
  • ½ tablespoon dried oregano
  • 1 tsp Spanglish Asadero All Purpose seasoning
  • 2 celery stalks
  • 3 potatoes, peeled and diced
  • 3 carrots, peeled and sliced
  • 2 zucchinis, sliced
  • 4 pounds shrimp (cleaned)
  • 1 small bunch of cilantro
  • oil, as needed
  • 8 cups of water (total)
  • salt to taste
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Directions
  1. In a skillet with a little oil, sauté the tomatoes, onion, and garlic for 2 minutes.
  2. Add the guajillo, puya, and arbol chilies. Sauté for 1 more minute and mix everything well.
  3. Add the chipotle chilies, dried oregano, and 2 cups of water. Bring to a boil, then transfer everything to a blender. Add Spanglish Asaderoand blend until smooth.
  4. In a pot with a bit of oil, sauté the celery for 30 seconds. Add the blended sauce, let it come to a boil, and then pour in 6 more cups of water.
  5. Add the potatoes and carrots. Cover and cook for 5 minutes. Then, add the zucchinis and adjust the salt. Cook for 2 more minutes.
  6. Add the shrimp and cilantro. Cover and cook for 3 more minutes, or until the shrimp turn pink and are fully cooked.
  7. Serve hot and enjoy this delicious shrimp broth!