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❤️ Valentine’s Shrimp Soup Recipe | Romantic Seafood Starter

Warm your heart with this creamy Valentine’s shrimp soup. Elegant, flavorful, and ready in under 30 minutes – perfect for a romantic dinner at home.

Creamy Valentine’s Shrimp Soup – A Romantic Seafood Delight

This Valentine's Day, skip the crowded restaurants and cook something intimate and heartwarming at home. This creamy shrimp soup is silky, flavorful, and elegant – just the thing to start a romantic dinner. Made with tender shrimp, garlic, cream, and herbs, it’s simple yet luxurious, perfect for impressing your special someone.

📝 Ingredients:

  • 250g (½ lb) shrimp, peeled and deveined
  • 1 tbsp olive oil or butter
  • 1 small onion, finely chopped
  • 2 garlic cloves, minced
  • 2 tbsp all-purpose flour
  • 3 cups seafood stock (or chicken stock)
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1 tsp paprika (optional for color and warmth)
  • Salt and black pepper to taste
  • ½ tsp dried thyme or Italian herbs
  • 1 tbsp lemon juice
  • Fresh parsley or chives for garnish
  • Optional: 1 tbsp white wine for added depth

👨‍🍳 Instructions:

1. Sauté aromatics:
In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add onions and sauté until soft, about 3 minutes. Stir in garlic and cook for another 30 seconds.

2. Make the roux:
Sprinkle in flour and stir for 1 minute to form a light roux. Slowly whisk in the seafood stock until smooth.

3. Add cream and seasonings:
Pour in the cream, then season with thyme, paprika, salt, and pepper. Bring to a gentle simmer and cook for 5–7 minutes until slightly thickened.

4. Cook the shrimp:
Add the shrimp and cook until pink and opaque, about 3–4 minutes. Stir in lemon juice and optional white wine.

5. Garnish and serve:
Ladle into bowls, garnish with fresh herbs, and serve warm with toasted bread or heart-shaped croutons.

🍽️ Serving Suggestions:

  • Pair with garlic bread or cheesy toast
  • Serve in heart-shaped bowls for added romance
  • Add a sprinkle of chili flakes for a spicy kick

💕 Why This Soup is Perfect for Valentine’s Day:

  • Light yet indulgent
  • Quick and easy, giving you more time to enjoy the evening
  • The rich seafood flavor sets the mood for a special night

📌 Recipe Tips:

  • Use fresh or frozen shrimp (thaw fully if using frozen)
  • Add a handful of baby spinach at the end for extra color
  • To make it dairy-free, use coconut milk instead of cream.

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