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Velvety Lobster Bisque

Velvety Lobster Bisque Recipe: 2 Luscious Tricks for Perfection


  • Author: memorecipes.com
  • Total Time: 1 hour 10 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Diet: Low Lactose

Description

A rich and creamy lobster bisque with a velvety texture and deep seafood flavor.


Ingredients

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  • 2 live lobsters (1.5 lbs each)
  • 4 tbsp unsalted butter
  • 1 medium onion, diced
  • 2 carrots, diced
  • 2 celery stalks, diced
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1/4 cup tomato paste
  • 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
  • 4 cups seafood stock
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1/2 cup dry sherry
  • 1 tsp paprika
  • 1/4 tsp cayenne pepper
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)

Instructions

  1. Bring a large pot of salted water to boil. Cook lobsters for 8 minutes. Remove and let cool.
  2. Remove lobster meat from shells. Reserve meat and crush shells.
  3. Melt butter in a large pot. Sauté onion, carrots, and celery for 5 minutes.
  4. Add garlic and tomato paste. Cook for 2 minutes.
  5. Stir in flour and cook for 1 minute.
  6. Add seafood stock, crushed shells, sherry, paprika, and cayenne. Simmer for 30 minutes.
  7. Strain the soup and return to the pot. Discard solids.
  8. Add cream and lobster meat. Simmer for 5 minutes.
  9. Season with salt and pepper. Garnish with parsley before serving.

Notes

  • Use fresh lobsters for best flavor.
  • Adjust cayenne for more or less heat.
  • Store leftovers in the fridge for up to 2 days.
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 50 minutes
  • Category: Soup
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: French

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 bowl
  • Calories: 420
  • Sugar: 6g
  • Sodium: 980mg
  • Fat: 28g
  • Saturated Fat: 16g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 9g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 18g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 22g
  • Cholesterol: 145mg

Keywords: lobster bisque, seafood soup, creamy soup, French cuisine