Description
A smooth and creamy seafood bisque with rich flavors, perfect as an elegant starter or cozy meal. This French-inspired soup combines a delicate blend of mixed seafood and a velvety cream base enhanced with paprika and tomato paste for depth.
Ingredients
Seafood Bisque Ingredients
- 2 tbsp butter
- 1 small onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tbsp flour
- 2 cups seafood broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 200 g mixed seafood (shrimp, crab, or lobster)
- 1 tbsp tomato paste
- 1/2 tsp paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Sauté Onion: Melt butter in a pot over medium heat and sauté the chopped onion until it becomes soft and translucent, about 4-5 minutes.
- Add Garlic: Add the minced garlic and cook for about 30 seconds to 1 minute until fragrant, making sure not to burn it.
- Create Roux: Stir in the flour and cook for 1 minute, stirring constantly to remove the raw flour taste and form a roux that will thicken the soup.
- Add Broth: Gradually whisk in the seafood broth, stirring continuously until the mixture is smooth and there are no lumps.
- Simmer Bisque Base: Add the tomato paste, paprika, and heavy cream to the pot. Bring to a gentle simmer and cook for about 10 minutes to let the flavors meld and the bisque thicken slightly.
- Cook Seafood: Add the mixed seafood to the bisque and cook just until the seafood is opaque and cooked through, approximately 3-5 minutes to avoid overcooking.
- Season and Garnish: Season the bisque with salt and pepper to taste. Garnish with freshly chopped parsley before serving.
Notes
- For a smoother texture, blend the bisque with an immersion blender before adding the seafood.
- Do not overcook the seafood to keep it tender and prevent it from becoming rubbery.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: French
