Seafood Bisque Recipe
A rich and creamy seafood bisque, perfect for a special occasion. Loaded with fresh seafood and a delicate flavor profile.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 2 tablespoon Olive Oil
- 1 medium Onion, chopped
- 2 stalks Celery, chopped
- 2 cloves Garlic, minced
- 1 pound Mixed Seafood (shrimp, scallops, crab meat) Fresh or frozen and thawed
- 4 cups Seafood or Fish Stock
- 1 cup Heavy Cream
- 0.5 cup Dry Sherry (optional)
- 0.25 teaspoon Cayenne Pepper
- 0.5 teaspoon Paprika
- 0.25 teaspoon Dried Thyme
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
- 2 tablespoon Fresh Parsley, chopped for garnish
Instructions
Preparation Steps
- In a large pot or Dutch oven, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and celery and cook until softened, about 5-7 minutes.
- Add the minced garlic and cook for another minute until fragrant.
- Stir in the mixed seafood, seafood stock, heavy cream, dry sherry (if using), cayenne pepper, paprika, and thyme.
- Bring the mixture to a simmer, then reduce the heat to low, cover, and cook for 15-20 minutes, or until the seafood is cooked through and the bisque has thickened slightly.
- Season with salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste.
- Ladle the bisque into bowls and garnish with fresh chopped parsley.
Notes
This seafood bisque can be made ahead of time and reheated gently on the stovetop. It pairs wonderfully with crusty bread.
Nutrition
Serving: 200gCalories: 120kcalCarbohydrates: 120gProtein: 120gFat: 120gSaturated Fat: 120gPolyunsaturated Fat: 120gMonounsaturated Fat: 120gTrans Fat: 120gCholesterol: 120mgSodium: 120mgPotassium: 120mgFiber: 120gSugar: 120gVitamin A: 120IUVitamin C: 120mgCalcium: 120mgIron: 120mg
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