Seafood Bisque
Seafood Bisque is a decadent, creamy soup that brings the flavors of the ocean right to your table. This luxurious dish features tender shrimp and succulent crab meat simmered in a rich fish stock, enhanced by aromatic herbs and spices. Perfect for cozy gatherings or impressing guests, this bisque offers a warm embrace in every bowl, making it a must-try for seafood lovers.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Soup
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: Seafood
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 1 cup lump crab meat
- 4 cups fish stock
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 2 shallots, finely chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tbsp tomato paste
- 2 tbsp cognac or white wine
- 2 tbsp unsalted butter
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a large pot over medium heat, melt butter. Add shallots and garlic; sauté for about 3 minutes until fragrant.
- Stir in tomato paste and cook for another minute.
- Pour in fish stock; bring to a gentle simmer for about 10 minutes.
- Lower heat, gradually stir in heavy cream until fully combined.
- Gently add shrimp and crab meat; cook for about 5 minutes until shrimp are pink.
- Finish with cognac or white wine; season with salt, pepper, and fresh herbs as desired. Serve hot with crusty bread.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 120mg