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Chupe de Camarones (Peruvian Shrimp Chowder Recipe)

Chupe De Camarones Shrimp Chowder

What’s better than a deliciously creamy seafood chowder? Nothing, right? Add some chunky fresh local vegetables and spice, the magic ingredient in many Peruvian dishes. Heavy cream and butter add a thickness to the dish that will leave dieters running for the hills. We left out the queso fresco so it’s not a complete fat-fest.

This is a “chupe” recipe for a really thick chowder with a few little surprises. No aji Amarillo? Not this time. Red bell pepper is a lot easier to get outside of Peru so we can work with that. Looking for something creamy and delicious? We’ve got you covered. There are many Chupe de Camarones recipes, some watery to the point of broth. We’ve gone the other direction and made this Peruvian shrimp chowder thick and full of flavor.

A winter soup originally developed by the indigenous population of Peru, the Inca, this shrimp chowder can be a starter or a main. Our version of chupe is definitely a main. There’s eating and drinking in it.

This recipe also doesn’t include eggs. We’re fans of tasty, organic eggs but they are not required, despite the welcome addition of eggs (thanks to the Spanish colonizers) in the last couple of hundred years) to the dish. Yep, it’s possible to leave them out. Why not? Every Peruvian has their own version of the recipe. Every region in Peru can count on a different recipe. The “best” is a personal preference. We’d like to present this variation as a contender. Try it and let us know what you think!

If you love seafood and fish recipes, check out our Peruvian Jalea recipe

This really is an easy-to-prepare recipe so don’t worry about spending all day in the kitchen. Total preparation time is around 30 minutes and you can whip the ingredients together in 10. Leave to simmer for 20 minutes and you’re ready to serve. Enjoy!

Chupe de camarones Peruvian shrimp chowder recipe
chupe de camarones peruvian shrimp chowder recipe
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5 from 7 votes

Chupe de Camarones (Peruvian Shrimp Chowder)

Thick, creamy Chupe de Camarones with a few twists. Peruvian shrimp chowder recipe that's easy to make but delicious.
Prep Time10 mins
Cook Time20 mins
Course: Main Course, Soup, Starter
Cuisine: Peruvian
Keyword: chowder, seafood
Servings: 6 people
Calories: 393.54kcal

Ingredients

  • 500 grams Shrimps peeled (heads and shells reserved)
  • 5 cups Water
  • 1/3 cup Flour
  • 1/3 cup Butter
  • ½ Yellow Onion diced
  • 1 Red Bell Pepper
  • 2 cloves Garlic minced
  • 1 tbsp Tomato Paste
  • 1 Ear Corn cut into 2” segments
  • 1 Medium Potato diced
  • ½ cup Green Peas
  • 1 cup Heavy Cream
  • 1 tsp Dried Oregano
  • Salt and Powdered Cayenne to taste

Instructions 

  • Combine shrimps heads and shells with two cups of water and half a teaspoon of salt in a pot. Bring to a boil and simmer over medium heat for 15 minutes. Strain out the shells and discard.
    boil shrimps and simmer over medium heat
  • Heat butter in a pan.
    heat butter in the pan
  • Add onions, bell peppers, and garlic. Sweat until onions turn slightly translucent.
    heat onions peppers garclic in pan
  • Add tomato paste and roast for 1-2 minutes.
    add tomato paste to pan and heat
  • Sprinkle in flour and roast for another minute.
    sprinkle flower into chowder recipe
  • Stir in 3 cups water, shrimp stock, and oregano. Bring to a boil.
  • Add corn, potatoes, and peas. Simmer for 15 minutes or until potatoes are tender.
    corn potatoes in chupe de camarones dish
  • Add shrimp.
    add shrimp and heavy cream
  • Add heavy cream and bring back to a boil and simmer for another 2 minutes.
    heavy cream shrimp chowder
  • Season with salt and powdered cayenne to taste.
    add Powdered cayenne

Nutrition

Nutrition Facts
Chupe de Camarones (Peruvian Shrimp Chowder)
Amount Per Serving (200 g)
Calories 393.54 Calories from Fat 239
% Daily Value*
Fat 26.5g41%
Saturated Fat 15.87g99%
Cholesterol 291.46mg97%
Sodium 792.06mg34%
Potassium 402.72mg12%
Carbohydrates 18.5g6%
Fiber 2.82g12%
Sugar 3.26g4%
Protein 21.22g42%
Vitamin A 1680.39IU34%
Vitamin C 40.46mg49%
Calcium 178.81mg18%
Iron 3.79mg21%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
Nutrition Facts
Chupe de Camarones (Peruvian Shrimp Chowder)
Amount Per Serving (200 g)
Calories 393.54 Calories from Fat 239
% Daily Value*
Fat 26.5g41%
Saturated Fat 15.87g99%
Cholesterol 291.46mg97%
Sodium 792.06mg34%
Potassium 402.72mg12%
Carbohydrates 18.5g6%
Fiber 2.82g12%
Sugar 3.26g4%
Protein 21.22g42%
Vitamin A 1680.39IU34%
Vitamin C 40.46mg49%
Calcium 178.81mg18%
Iron 3.79mg21%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
Chupe de Camarones Recipe in English
Chupe de Camarones Recipe in English | Creamy Peruvian Shrimp Chowder
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Comments

  1. MG

    May 24, 2020 at 4:04 pm

    far too thick. The authentic recipe does not use flour.
    You can also use crab.

    Reply
    • Eat Peru

      May 31, 2020 at 12:17 pm

      If you read the introduction we explain that we “made this Peruvian shrimp chowder thick and full of flavor”.

      Reply
      • Esther

        November 27, 2022 at 11:51 pm

        5 stars
        Very delicious! Thank you for sharing your recipe ❤️

        Reply
  2. Maria

    May 24, 2020 at 4:06 pm

    5 stars
    Lovely hearty soup. I have used yellow peppers paste.

    Reply
    • Eat Peru

      November 20, 2021 at 8:18 am

      Glad you enjoyed it

      Reply
  3. Mary

    September 23, 2020 at 3:05 am

    Delicious! Will return to this soup.

    Reply
  4. Frank

    February 16, 2021 at 3:41 pm

    Hi. Where can I find that soup bowl with handles you are you are using in your photo? Excellent recipe.
    Frank

    Reply
    • Eat Peru

      February 17, 2021 at 1:14 pm

      Thanks. Glad you liked the recipe. Here’s the soup bowl on Amazon (in red)

      Reply
  5. Joseph

    November 7, 2021 at 1:33 am

    5 stars
    Exellent! Served to guests who loved it. Added a bit of dry white wine for another layer of complexity. Will make over and over again. Thank you for a great recipe.

    Reply
    • Eat Peru

      November 7, 2021 at 4:02 am

      Hi Joseph,
      Really glad you liked it. It’s one of those special dishes that will impress guests and satisfy any cravings for seafood.

      Reply
  6. Maribel

    November 19, 2021 at 11:38 pm

    What can I substitute instead of heavy cream my daughter is allergic to dairy

    Reply
    • Eat Peru

      November 20, 2021 at 8:20 am

      Full-fat coconut cream (whipped) is probably the best non-dairy alternative to heavy cream. But it will alter the flavor slightly. However, coconut and seafood can often be a great combination.

      Reply

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