“quarter-Hour” Clam, Shrimp, Ham and Rice Soup

May 11, 2023May 11, 20230 2
Quarter-Hour Clam, Shrimp, Ham and Rice Soup Recipe
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Prep

10 min

Cook

20 min

Ready In

30 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

1 quart water
8 small hard-shelled clams , washed and scrubbed
2 tablespoons olive oil
1/2 cup finely chopped onion
1 teaspoon finely chopped garlic
1 small bay leaf
1 large tomatoes , peeled seeded and finely chopped
1/4 cup chopped lean smoked ham
2 tablespoons chopped parsley
1/4 cup raw rice
1/4 cup white wine
1/8 teaspoon saffron
1/2 teaspoon fresh lemon juice
8 medium shelled shrimp , cut into 1/2 inch pieces
1 hard-cooked egg , finely chopped

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
4
Calories
230
Sugar
2g
Fat
8g
This recipe for Quarter-Hour Clam, Shrimp, Ham and Rice Soup is an ideal meal for those in a hurry, yet still wanting hearty and healthy food for their dishes. This soup is the perfect combination of flavors and textures - with succulent shrimp, carefully cooked clams, finely chopped parsley and onion, and the added smoky flavor of ham that all come together to make a truly delicious and nutritious meal. This soup can be eaten as a stand-alone meal or served alongside a salad for a Super healthy meal.

Instructions

1.In a medium pot, bring water to a boil.
2.Add clams, cover and cook 4 minutes or until clams open.
3.Remove clams, let cool and chop finely.
4.In a medium pan, heat olive oil over medium heat and add onions and garlic. Cook until onions are soft and translucent.
5.Add bay leaf, tomato, ham and parsley, and cook for an additional 2 minutes.
6.Add rice, white wine, saffron and lemon juice, and cook stirring frequently, for 15 minutes.
7.Add shrimp and clams and cook for 2 more minutes.
8.Remove from heat and serve garnished with the chopped hard-cooked egg.

PROS

This soup is easy and quick to prepare, taking only a few minutes to cook once assembled.

It’s a great combination of flavors, with the sweetness of the shrimp and the smoky flavor of the ham perfectly complementing the brininess of the clams.

It’s also a low-fat, low-calorie soup, making it a healthy option for those watching their weight.

CONS

Clams can be tricky to cook just right and can easily become overcooked, making them rubbery and tough.

This recipe also calls for raw rice to be cooked in the soup, which can take some time and leave the soup with a slightly grainy texture.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Clams are a great source of protein and also contain high amounts of vitamins and minerals, such as iron, selenium and vitamin B12.
The shrimp in this recipe are also a good source of protein and low in fat.
Tomatoes are high in antioxidants and may help to reduce the risk of certain cancers.

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