Description
Indulge in the rich flavors of our Creamy Shrimp Bisque, a luxurious dish that transports you straight to New Orleans. This velvety soup combines tender shrimp and sweet corn in a savory broth, making it perfect for special occasions or cozy dinners at home. Infused with Cajun spices and fresh ingredients, this bisque is not only delicious but also visually appealing, sure to impress your family and friends. Easy to prepare in under an hour, it’s a delightful addition to your culinary repertoire. Whether served as a starter or a main dish, this creamy delight is destined to be a favorite.
Ingredients
- ½ pound Turkey Bacon
- 1 onion
- ½ bell pepper
- 2 stalks celery
- 4 cloves garlic
- ¼ cup sherry cooking apple vinegar
- 8 tablespoons butter
- ½ cup flour
- 4 cups shrimp stock
- 1½ pounds medium raw shrimp
- 4 ears of corn
- 2 cups heavy cream
Instructions
- Finely chop the onion, bell pepper, celery, green onions, and parsley. Mince the garlic and remove kernels from the corn cobs.
- In a Dutch oven over medium heat, cook chopped Turkey Bacon until crispy; leave some grease in the pot.
- Sauté the chopped vegetables in the bacon grease for about 5 minutes until softened. Add minced garlic and cook for another minute.
- Deglaze with sherry vinegar and let simmer for 1-2 minutes.
- Stir in butter and flour; cook for about 5 minutes until slightly darkened.
- Whisk in shrimp stock and water; bring to a boil then reduce heat to simmer for 20 minutes.
- Add shrimp, corn kernels, heavy cream, and remaining herbs; simmer for an additional 5 minutes until shrimp are pink.
- Adjust seasoning as needed before serving hot.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: New Orleans
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 387
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 860mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 14g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 168mg
Keywords: Use fresh ingredients for the best flavor. Don’t rush through sautéing; building flavors takes time. Make it spicier by adding more Cajun seasoning or diced jalapeños.