Chilled Cucumber and Prawn Soup
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Introduction
Chilled Cucumber and Prawn Soup-one of the most yummy and refreshing courses representing summer, itself; the soft and coldness of the cucumber in contrast to the juiciness of the prawn. Ideal for the summer time, this soup is nothing heavy with a twist of taste that is hard to miss. An essential for all the fish and seafood enthusiasts, as well as anyone who’s on a diet but doesn’t want to compromise flavor and satisfaction, this dish combines health benefits and exquisite culinary adventure.
INGREDIENTS
- 1 cucumber, peeled, seeded and diced
- 225g cooked peeled prawns (shrimp)
- 25g/1oz/2 tbsp butter
- 2 shallots, finely chopped
- 2 garlic cloves, crushed
- 300ml/½ pint/1/4 cups milk
- 300ml/½ pint/1/4 cups whipping cream
- 15ml/1 tbsp each finely chopped fresh mint, dill, chives and chervil
- salt and ground white pepper
- For the garnish
- 30ml/2 tbsp crème fraîche (optional)
- 4 large, cooked prawns, peeled with tail intact
- fresh dill and chives
Procedure-
1 Melt the butter in a pan and cook the shallots and garlic over a low heat until soft but not coloured. Add the cucumber and cook gently, stirring frequently, until tender.
2 Stir in the milk, bring almost to boiling point, then lower the heat and simmer for 5 minutes. Tip the soup into a blender or food processor and purée until very smooth. Season to taste.
3 Pour the soup into a large bowl and leave to cool. When cool, stir in the prawns, chopped herbs and cream. Cover, transfer to the refrigerator and chill for at least 2 hours.
4 To serve, ladle the soup into four individual bowls, top each portion with a dollop of crème fraîche, if using, and place a prawn over the edge of each dish. Scatter over a little extra chopped dill and tuck two or three chives under the prawns on the edge of the bowls to garnish. Serve at once.
Nutritional Benefits
| Ingredient | Nutritional Benefits |
| Cucumbers | – High water content for hydration.- Rich in vitamin K, supporting bone health.- Contains antioxidants that help reduce inflammation. |
| Prawns | – Excellent source of high-quality protein.- Rich in omega-3 fatty acids.- Provides vitamins such as B12. |
Cooking Tips
– Chill Properly: Next to the blending of the cucumber base, let the soup cool in the refrigerator for not less than 2 hours. This way, the flavors blend together and a soups is properly heated before serving.
– Texture Tip: To make a smooth paste you can also add a small quantity of Greek yogurt or coconut cream. And if you prefer chunky soup, then set aside some prawns and cucumber for garnishing the hot soup before you serve it.
-If you have a preference for hot soup, warm the soup until it is steaming hot, however avoid boiling it. Do not boil since this will ruin the delicate taste of the sauce.
Conclusion
Cucumber and Prawn Soup is a beautiful dish that is quite easy to make and ideal for warm weather. If you want a recipe for a simple, nutritious meal or are aiming for a B MPG at the next barbeque, this recipe could be for you. It is thirst quenching, healthy and befitting for human consumption especially for soup connoisseurs.
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