Description
There’s something truly special about a steaming bowl oflobster bisque, isn’t there? The rich, velvety texture, the delicate sweetness of lobster, and that touch of indulgence make it perfect for special family occasions or when you simply want to treat yourself. Whether you’re celebrating a milestone or hosting an elegant dinner, thiscreamy lobster bisqueis sure to impress!
Ingredients
- 1lb lobster meat, cooked and chopped
- 2 tbspbutter, for sautéing
- 1small onion, finely chopped
- 2cloves garlic, minced
- 1/4 cuptomato paste, for depth of flavor
- 1/4 cupall-purpose flour, to thicken the bisque
- 2 cupsseafood stock, for a rich seafood base
- 1 cupheavy cream, for luxurious creaminess
- 1/2 cupwhite wine, to enhance the flavor
- Salt and pepper to taste, for seasoning
- Fresh chives, chopped for garnish
- Large pot
- Immersion blender (or regular blender)
- Whisk
- Ladle
- Chopping board and knife
Instructions
- Sauté the aromatics:In a large pot, melt the butter over medium heat.Add the chopped onion and minced garlic, cooking until softened and fragrant.
- In a large pot, melt the butter over medium heat.
- Add the chopped onion and minced garlic, cooking until softened and fragrant.
- Build the base:Stir in the tomato paste and flour, cooking for about a minute to develop flavor.Gradually whisk in the seafood stock and white wine, allowing it to simmer for 10 minutes.
- Stir in the tomato paste and flour, cooking for about a minute to develop flavor.
- Gradually whisk in the seafood stock and white wine, allowing it to simmer for 10 minutes.
- Blend to perfection:Use an immersion blender to blend the mixture until smooth and creamy.If using a regular blender, carefully transfer the mixture, blend, and return to the pot.
- Use an immersion blender to blend the mixture until smooth and creamy.
- If using a regular blender, carefully transfer the mixture, blend, and return to the pot.
- Add the cream and lobster:Stir in the heavy cream and the chopped lobster meat.Season with salt and pepper to taste, then simmer gently for another 5 minutes.
- Stir in the heavy cream and the chopped lobster meat.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste, then simmer gently for another 5 minutes.
- Serve and enjoy:Ladle the bisque into bowls, garnish with fresh chives, and enjoy warm!
- Ladle the bisque into bowls, garnish with fresh chives, and enjoy warm!
Notes
For an extra depth of flavor, consider roasting the lobster shells and simmering them in the seafood stock before using.
If you prefer a thicker bisque, add an extra tablespoon of flour during the roux-making step.
Want a touch of spice? Add a pinch of cayenne pepper or a splash of hot sauce for a little kick.
For a lighter version, substitute half of the heavy cream with milk or a dairy-free alternative.
Serve the bisque in bread bowls for a fun and hearty presentation.
Leftover bisque can be used as a sauce for pasta or risotto for a second delicious meal.
Nutrition
- Calories: 300 kcal
- Sugar: 3g
- Fat: 18g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Protein: 20g
