Sopa de Caranguejo

Sopa de Caranguejo is a rich and flavorful Brazilian crab soup, perfect for warming the soul. This gluten-free dish combines tender crab meat with a blend of spices and creamy coconut milk for a delightful experience.

Ingredients

• Fresh crab meat - 200 grams
• Coconut milk - 400 ml
• Chicken or seafood stock - 200 ml
• Olive oil - 2 tablespoons
• Onion - 1 medium, diced
• Garlic - 2 cloves, minced
• Tomato - 1 medium, chopped
• Bell pepper - 1 small, diced
• Lime juice - 2 tablespoons
• Fresh cilantro - 2 tablespoons, chopped
• Salt - to taste
• Black pepper - to taste
• Red pepper flakes - 1/4 teaspoon (optional)
• Scallions - 2, sliced for garnish

Steps

1. In a medium pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat.
2. Add the diced onion and sauté until translucent, about 5 minutes.
3. Stir in the minced garlic and cook for another minute until fragrant.
4. Add the chopped tomato and diced bell pepper, cooking until softened, about 3-4 minutes.
5. Pour in the chicken or seafood stock and coconut milk, stirring to combine.
6. Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer and let it cook for 10 minutes to develop flavors.
7. Add the fresh crab meat and lime juice, then season with salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes if using.
8. Simmer for an additional 5 minutes to heat the crab through.
9. Stir in the chopped cilantro before serving.
10. Ladle the soup into bowls and garnish with sliced scallions.

Nutrition

• Calories: 350
• Protein: 28 g
• Carbs: 12 g
• Fiber: 2 g
• Sugar: 3 g
• Sodium: 600 mg
• Cholesterol: 90 mg
• Total Fat: 25 g
• Saturated Fat: 18 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 7 g
• Water: 0.5 L

Health Benefits

• High in protein, supporting muscle health and repair.
• Rich in omega-3 fatty acids, promoting heart health.

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