Shrimp and Octopus Soup (Caldo de Camaron y Pulpo)
Shrimp and Octopus Soup (Caldo de Camaron y Pulpo) brings together tender octopus, briny shell-on shrimp, and smoky pasilla chiles in a robust, savory broth. Softened tomatoes, onion, and hearty vegetables add depth and sweetness, while corn lends a fresh pop. Serve this comforting Mexican seafood soup for a warming lunch or a satisfying family dinner.
- Prep35 mins
- Cook40 mins
- Serves8
- DifficultyMedium
easyChef Pro health score
Calculated from USDA-referenced nutrient data for the ingredients in Shrimp and Octopus Soup (Caldo de Camaron y Pulpo), not estimated by an AI model. The same recipe returns the same score every time.
- Glycemic ImpactFair
- 51 / 100
- Carb quality, not quantity. Higher is better.
- Nutritional DensityPoor
- 34 / 100
- Nutrients per calorie. Higher is better.
- Energy DensityGood
- 100 / 100
- Calories by weight. Higher means more food for fewer calories.
- NOVA Unprocessed or minimally processed
- 1 / 4
- Processing level, 1 (whole) to 4 (ultra-processed). Lower is better.
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- 54
- Heart Health
- 48
- Metabolic
- 56
- Digestive
- 45
- Inflammatory
- 65
- Performance
- 59
- General Wellness
- 1
Put water in a large soup pot and bring it to a boil over medium-high heat. Add the octopus and keep it boiling for about 20 minutes.
- 2
While the octopus boils, heat oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Add the carrots, celery, potatoes, and pasilla pepper. Fry for about 15 minutes, then add the onion and tomato at the very end. The ingredients do not need to be fully cooked.
- 3
After the octopus has boiled for 20 minutes, add the shrimp in their shells to the octopus and boil for 5 more minutes. Add the vegetables from the skillet and season with salt to your taste. If using corn, add it with the shrimp. Let everything simmer together for 15 minutes.
- Calories 270.13 kcal Moderate 14%
- Protein 30.27 g Good Source 61%
- Carbohydrate 30.94 g 11%
- Total Fat 2.7 g Low Source 3%
- Saturated Fat 0.25 g Low Source 1%
- Trans Fat 0.0 g Low Source 0%
- Cholesterol 237.84 mg High 79%
- Sodium 1043.94 mg High 45%
- Dietary Fiber 7.92 g Good Source 28%
- Total Sugars 13.45 g --
- Added Sugars 9.95 g Moderate 20%
- Calcium 114.07 mg Low Source 9%
- Iron 0.74 mg Low Source 4%
- Potassium 465.8 mg Low Source 10%
- Vitamin A 29.35 mcg Low Source 3%
- Vitamin C 8.23 mg Low Source 9%
- Vitamin D 0.06 mcg Low Source 0%
Values are per serving. Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet.
- Shellfish 🦐
- Fish 🐟
- Celery
- Corn 🌽
- Tomatoes 🍅
- Onions 🧅
About This Recipe
Shrimp and Octopus Soup (Caldo de Camaron y Pulpo) is a Mexican soup recipe made with 12 ingredients. It takes about 1 hr 15 mins, serves 8, and is rated medium. Key ingredients include Celery, Corn on the Cob, Diced Carrots, and Diced Onion. Each serving provides about 270.13 kcal, and is a good source of protein.
Recipe Questions
- What is Shrimp and Octopus Soup (Caldo de Camaron y Pulpo)?
- It is a Mexican soup recipe made with 12 ingredients, usually served for soup.
- What is Shrimp and Octopus Soup (Caldo de Camaron y Pulpo) made of?
- The main ingredients are Celery, Corn on the Cob, Diced Carrots, Diced Onion, Diced Potatoes. The full list of 12 is above.
- What goes well with Shrimp and Octopus Soup (Caldo de Camaron y Pulpo)?
- Explore these Mexican side-dish recipes.
- How long does it take to make Shrimp and Octopus Soup (Caldo de Camaron y Pulpo)?
- About 1 hr 15 mins in total: 35 mins to prepare and 40 mins to cook.
- How many calories are in one serving?
- One serving provides about 270.13 kcal. The full nutrition breakdown is above.
- Is Shrimp and Octopus Soup (Caldo de Camaron y Pulpo) easy to make?
- This recipe is rated medium, with 12 ingredients and 3 steps.
- Is Shrimp and Octopus Soup (Caldo de Camaron y Pulpo) healthy?
- Shrimp and Octopus Soup (Caldo de Camaron y Pulpo) has an easyChef Pro health score of 58/100. Per serving, it provides 270.13 calories and 30.27 g of protein, or 61% of the Daily Value. It is a good source of dietary fiber. Worth noting per serving: sodium at 1043.94 mg (45% of the Daily Value) and added sugars at 9.95 g (20% of the Daily Value). It contains Shellfish, Fish, Celery, Corn, Tomatoes and Onions, so it may not be suitable for people with those allergies or dietary restrictions. Whether it fits your goals depends on your complete meal plan and nutritional needs. Remix it in easyChef Pro to adjust the ingredients and generate fresh nutrition and scores.
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