Chupe De Camarones(Peruvian Shrimp Chowder)
Chupe de Camarones is a hearty Peruvian shrimp chowder packed with potatoes, corn, peas, and aromatic spices, perfect for comforting gatherings and seafood lovers.
Ingredients
- 1 medium onion ⓘ
- 3 cloves garlic ⓘ
- 1 ground yellow chili ⓘ
- 2 dried chilies ⓘ
- 1 medium peeled tomato ⓘ
- 3 1/2 liters water ⓘ
- 1/2 kilo yellow potatoes ⓘ
- 1/4 kilo young peas ⓘ
- 2 large ears of corn, cut into 8 portions ⓘ
- 16 large shrimp ⓘ
- 1/2 cup rice
- 1 cup evaporated milk ⓘ
- 3 eggs ⓘ
- pinch of marjoram
- 2 tablespoons finely chopped parsley ⓘ
- salt ⓘ
- pepper ⓘ
Instructions
- Put enough oil to cover the bottom of a pot and heat until hot.
- Add tomato slices and brown them well.
- Add finely chopped onion, ground yellow chili, garlic, salt, pepper, and marjoram; fry until fragrant.
- Add the washed shrimp, 2 finely cut yellow potatoes, peas, corn portions, and rice.
- Cook over a slow fire until peas and rice are nearly done.
- Add the remaining yellow potatoes cut in two and cook until tender.
- Add eggs without beating and stir immediately to coagulate in large pieces.
- Add browned dried chili strips, evaporated milk, and chopped parsley.
- Stir well and serve hot.
Tips & Substitutions
For added depth of flavor, consider roasting the tomatoes before adding them to the pot. If yellow chili is unavailable, substitute with a mix of red chili powder and a touch of paprika for color. Ensure your shrimp is fresh and deveined for the best texture. You can also add a splash of lime juice for a citrusy brightness.
Serving Suggestions
Serve Chupe De Camarones hot, garnished with extra chopped parsley. It pairs beautifully with crusty bread or a side salad for a complete meal. For a delightful seafood experience, consider serving alongside Pineapple Shrimp for a cohesive dining experience.
Storage & Reheating
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. When reheating, do so gently on the stovetop over low heat to prevent the shrimp from becoming rubbery. Add a splash of water or broth if the chowder thickens too much upon cooling.
Nutrition & Diet Analysis (per serving)
Each serving of Chupe De Camarones(Peruvian Shrimp Chowder) contains roughly 1225 calories, with 50g protein, 241g carbohydrates, and 38g fat. It is an excellent source of dietary fiber (470% of the Daily Value), iron (222% of the Daily Value), and vitamin C (217% of the Daily Value). Note that it is relatively high in sodium, at 1699mg per serving (74% of the Daily Value).
Estimated from ingredients & per-serving nutrition — verify against package labels for allergies or strict diets.
* % Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet (FDA 2020).
Frequently Asked Questions
Is it possible to make this dish ahead of time?
Yes, you can prepare the chowder a day in advance. Just reheat gently before serving. However, it's best to add the eggs just before serving to maintain their texture.
Nutrition is estimated from USDA FoodData Central ingredient data and may vary with brand, portion and preparation — see our methodology. This information is for general educational purposes only and is not medical or dietary advice (disclaimer).