This elegant cold soup is a delightful departure from hearty winter chowders, offering a light and creamy experience without the heaviness. The base of rich buttermilk is brightened with sharp English dry mustard and cooled to perfection, creating a silky texture that coats the palate. Fresh, crisp cucumber adds a necessary crunch and hydration, while tender cooked shrimp provide a sweet, briny contrast. The dish is finished with fresh chives for an aromatic pop of green onion flavor. It serves beautifully as an appetizer or a light main course, particularly appreciated during hot weather when a chilled, savory meal is most inviting. Simple to assemble, it allows the quality of the shrimp and buttermilk to shine through.
Cold Buttermilk And Shrimp Soup
Description
This elegant cold soup is a delightful departure from hearty winter chowders, offering a light and creamy experience without the heaviness. The base of rich buttermilk is brightened with sharp English dry mustard and cooled to perfection, creating a silky texture that coats the palate. Fresh, crisp cucumber adds a necessary crunch and hydration, while tender cooked shrimp provide a sweet, briny contrast. The dish is finished with fresh chives for an aromatic pop of green onion flavor. It serves beautifully as an appetizer or a light main course, particularly appreciated during hot weather when a chilled, savory meal is most inviting. Simple to assemble, it allows the quality of the shrimp and buttermilk to shine through.Ingredients
Directions
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In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the buttermilk, dry mustard, salt, and sugar until the sugar is fully dissolved and the mixture is smooth.
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Peel and seed the cucumber, then finely chop it along with the cooked shrimp and fresh chives.
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Add the chopped shrimp, cucumber, and chives to the buttermilk mixture and stir gently until all ingredients are evenly combined.
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Cover the bowl tightly with plastic wrap or a lid and refrigerate for at least 3 hours, or until the soup is very cold and flavors have melded.
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Spoon the chilled soup into bowls and garnish each serving with a whole shrimp and a thin slice of cucumber.
Nutrition Facts
Servings 4
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories 154.0kcal
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat 2.8g5%
- Saturated Fat 1.5g8%
- Cholesterol 91.1mg31%
- Sodium 5227.5mg218%
- Total Carbohydrate 17.6g6%
- Dietary Fiber 0.1g1%
- Sugars 17.1g
- Protein 20.3g41%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
