¼habanero chiliseeded and finely chopped or to your taste
2cupschopped tomatoes
2large carrotspeeled and diced
2green plantainspeeled and diced
½teaspoonof ground cumin
3cupsof water
1poundof large shrimpshell on
Salt and freshly ground black pepperto taste
3cans14 oz of coconut milk or more if necessary
Fresh cilantrochopped
Instructions
Make the refrito:
In a medium pot over medium-high heat, warm the oil. When it is hot, add the onion, scallions and sauté until translucent, about 2 minutes. Stir in the garlic and bell pepper, and then add the chili, tomatoes, carrots, plantain and ground cumin. Cook for about 8 minutes more or until the vegetables are soft.
Making the Soup:
Meanwhile, clean and de-vein the shrimp and place the shells in a small pot with the water.
Bring to a boil, reduce the heat to low and simmer uncovered, about 15 minutes. Strain the liquid and discard the shells.
Add the shrimp liquid to the vegetables, stir well and cook for 12 minutes more.
Add the coconut milk and cook for about 10 minutes more. Add the shrimp and cook just until the shrimp turn pink, about 3 minutes. Season with salt and black pepper. Sprinkle fresh cilantro and ladle the soup into bowls. Serve immediately.