Zesty Caribbean Grilled Seafood Medley Soup
Dive into the vibrant flavors of the Caribbean with this Zesty Grilled Seafood Medley Soup. This deliciously rich and aromatic soup combines an array of grilled seafood, including succulent shrimp, tender scallops, and luscious lobster, all simmered with fresh vegetables, fragrant spices, and a touch of lime juice for a refreshing finish. Ideal for sharing with family and friends, this hearty soup captures the essence of tropical cuisine while remaining low in cholesterol. Perfect as a comforting dinner or an impressive dish for entertaining, it's guaranteed to transport your taste buds to a warm Caribbean beach!
5
Servings
168
Calories
20
Ingredients
Ingredients
Shrimp
10 (peeled and deveined)
Sea Scallops
12
Fish Fillets (Mackerel or Kingfish)
10 ounces
Lobster Tails
8 ounces (shelled)
Vegetable Oil
3 tablespoons
Yellow Onions
2 large (diced small)
Celery
3 stalks (diced small)
Garlic
2 tablespoons (minced)
White Wine
1 cup
Bottled Clam Juice
1 1/2 quarts
Ground Cumin
1/2 teaspoon
Allspice
1/4 teaspoon
Sweet Potatoes
2 large (cut into large cubes)
Fresh Okra
1/2 lb (thickly sliced)
Fresh Tomatoes
2 (cut into large chunks)
Salt
to taste
Freshly Ground Black Pepper
to taste (white is preferred)
Lime Juice
4 tablespoons (about 2 limes)
Fresh Chili Peppers
2 tablespoons (minced)
Cilantro
3 tablespoons (chopped)
Instructions
1
Start by preheating your grill to a medium-high temperature.
2
Grill the seafood separately to enhance their individual flavors: Grill the shrimp for 3-4 minutes per side, scallops for 3 minutes per side, kingfish for 5 minutes per side, and lobster for 4 minutes per side. Remove each from the grill once colored and slightly cooked, as they will finish cooking in the soup.
3
In a large saucepan or soup pot, heat vegetable oil over medium heat until shimmering but not smoking.
4
Add the diced onions and celery to the oil, sautéing for about 5 minutes until they are soft and translucent.
5
Incorporate the minced garlic into the pot and sauté for an additional minute until fragrant.
6
Pour in the white wine and clam juice, then add the ground cumin and allspice. Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer.
7
Add the sweet potatoes, okra, and tomato to the pot. Allow the soup to simmer for about 30 minutes, or until the sweet potatoes are tender.
8
Introduce the grilled seafood that is not fully cooked to the pot and let it simmer for an extra 4 minutes.
9
Just before serving, add the remaining grilled seafood to the pot and warm through for 1 minute.
10
Remove the pot from the heat and season with salt and freshly ground black pepper to your taste.
11
Finally, stir in the fresh lime juice, minced chili peppers, and chopped cilantro right before serving for a burst of freshness.
Nutrition Information
4g
Fat
12g
Carbs
18g
Protein
2g
Fiber
42mg
Cholesterol
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Zesty Caribbean Grilled Seafood Medley Soup?
It is a rich, aromatic soup combining grilled shrimp, scallops, fish, and lobster simmered with fresh vegetables and Caribbean spices.
What seafood is included in this medley?
The recipe includes 10 shrimp, 12 sea scallops, 10 ounces of fish fillets (mackerel or kingfish), and 8 ounces of lobster tails.
How many servings does this recipe make?
This recipe yields 5 servings.
Is this seafood soup low in cholesterol?
Yes, it is specifically noted as being a low-cholesterol dish, with 42mg per serving.
What are the calorie counts for a serving?
Each serving contains approximately 168 calories.
How much fat is in one serving of this soup?
Each serving contains 4g of fat.
What is the protein content per serving?
This soup is high in protein, providing 18g per serving.
How many carbohydrates are in each serving?
There are 12g of carbohydrates per serving.
Does this soup contain fiber?
Yes, it provides 2g of fiber per serving.
What vegetables are needed for this recipe?
You will need yellow onions, celery, sweet potatoes, fresh okra, and fresh tomatoes.
How long should I grill the shrimp?
The shrimp should be grilled for 3-4 minutes per side.
What is the grilling time for sea scallops?
Scallops should be grilled for 3 minutes per side.
How long do the fish fillets need to be grilled?
Mackerel or kingfish fillets should be grilled for 5 minutes per side.
How long should I grill the lobster tails?
The lobster tails require 4 minutes of grilling per side.
Should the seafood be fully cooked on the grill?
No, remove them once they are colored and slightly cooked, as they will finish cooking in the soup pot.
What oil is used for sautéing the vegetables?
The recipe calls for 3 tablespoons of vegetable oil.
How long should the onions and celery be sautéed?
They should be sautéed for about 5 minutes until soft and translucent.
How much garlic is required?
The recipe uses 2 tablespoons of minced garlic.
What type of liquid is used for the soup base?
The base consists of 1 cup of white wine and 1 1/2 quarts of bottled clam juice.
Which spices provide the Caribbean flavor?
Ground cumin and allspice are the primary fragrant spices used.
How should the sweet potatoes be prepared?
Two large sweet potatoes should be cut into large cubes.
How long does the soup need to simmer before adding seafood?
The soup should simmer for about 30 minutes until the sweet potatoes are tender.
How is the okra prepared?
Half a pound of fresh okra should be thickly sliced.
When do I add the lime juice?
Stir in 4 tablespoons of lime juice right before serving for a burst of freshness.
What provides the spicy kick in this soup?
Two tablespoons of minced fresh chili peppers are added at the end.
What type of pepper is preferred for seasoning?
While salt and pepper are to taste, white freshly ground black pepper is preferred.
How much cilantro is used for garnish?
The recipe calls for 3 tablespoons of chopped cilantro.
When do the partially cooked seafood pieces go back in?
Add the undercooked grilled seafood and simmer for an extra 4 minutes before adding the rest.
What temperature should the grill be?
The grill should be preheated to a medium-high temperature.
Is this recipe suitable for entertaining?
Yes, it is described as an impressive dish for entertaining that captures the essence of tropical cuisine.