Description
Indulge in the rich flavors of the South with this New Orleans Shrimp and Corn Bisque. Creamy and comforting, this bisque is a perfect blend of sweet shrimp, tender corn, and a medley of Cajun spices. Serve up a taste of Louisiana with this satisfying dish!
Ingredients
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For the Bisque:
- 1 lb shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 2 tbsp butter
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 small onion, finely chopped
- 1 small bell pepper, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tbsp all-purpose flour
- 3 cups seafood or chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 2 cups corn kernels (fresh or frozen)
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- ½ tsp cayenne pepper (adjust to taste)
- ½ tsp dried thyme
- ½ tsp salt
- ½ tsp black pepper
- 1 tsp Worcestershire sauce
- 1 tsp hot sauce (optional)
- 2 green onions, sliced (for garnish)
- Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Prepare the Base: Sauté Aromatics: In a large pot, heat butter and olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and bell pepper, cooking until softened (about 5 minutes).
- Add Garlic and Spices: Stir in the garlic, smoked paprika, cayenne, thyme, salt, and black pepper. Cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
- Make a Roux: Sprinkle in the flour and stir continuously for 1-2 minutes to create a thick paste.
- Build the Bisque: Add the Broth: Slowly pour in the seafood or chicken broth while stirring to prevent lumps.
- Simmer and Thicken: Bring to a gentle simmer and cook for 10 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld.
- Blend for Smoothness (Optional): Use an immersion blender to puree part of the soup for a smoother texture, leaving some corn whole for bite.
- Stir in the Cream and Worcestershire Sauce: Add the heavy cream and Worcestershire sauce, stirring to combine.
- Cook the Shrimp: Add the Shrimp: Stir in the shrimp and let cook for 3-5 minutes until pink and opaque.
- Adjust Seasoning: Add more salt, pepper, or hot sauce to taste.
- Serve: Garnish and Enjoy: Ladle the bisque into bowls, garnishing with green onions and fresh parsley. Serve hot with crusty bread.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Simmering, Blending
- Cuisine: American, Southern
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 820mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 14g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 19g
- Cholesterol: 180mg
Keywords: New Orleans, Shrimp, Corn, Bisque, Cajun, Creamy, Comforting, Louisiana
