Cajun Shrimp Soup


	Cajun Shrimp Soup



	Ingredients -

	2 tablespoons Olive Oil 1/4 yellow Onion, finely chopped 2 cloves Garlic, minced 1/2 Green Bell Pepper, seeded and finely chopped 1 Serrano Chili, seeded and finely chopped (see note) 1 (16 ounces) can Whole Plum (Roma) Tomatoes, chopped with juice 2 cups Chicken Broth 1/2 teaspoon Fresh Thyme, minced 1/4 teaspoon Cayenne Pepper 1 pound Shrimp (prawns), peeled and deveined 1/2 teaspoon File Powder Salt, to taste Freshly Ground Black Pepper, to taste 2 cups cooked Long-Grain Rice

	Preparation:
	In large saucepan over medium-high heat, warm oil. When hot, add onion and saute until translucent, about 2 minutes. Stir in garlic and bell pepper; add chili, tomatoes, broth, thyme and cayenne. Bring to boil, reduce heat to low; simmer, uncovered, until flavors have blended, about 15 minutes. Add shrimp and file powder and cook just until shrimp turn pink and opaque, about 3 minutes. Season to taste with salt and pepper. Place 1/2-cup scoop of rice in each of 4 soup bowls. Ladle soup over rice. Note: Experts recommend wearing rubber gloves and not touching your eyes during or afterward when handling chili peppers.