Description
Creamy New Orleans Shrimp and Corn Bisque whisks Southern comfort straight from Louisiana’s passionate culinary heart. Hearty seafood and sweet corn blend into a rich, velvety soup that promises pure comfort in every luxurious spoonful you’ll savor.
Ingredients
Scale
Proteins:
- 1.5 pounds medium raw shrimp (41/50 size or similar)
Vegetables and Aromatics:
- 1 medium yellow onion, chopped
- 1.5 bell peppers (any color), chopped
- 2 stalks celery, chopped
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 4 ears of corn (2.5 cups kernels)
- 24 green onions, chopped
- 1 bunch fresh parsley, chopped
Dairy, Liquid, and Seasoning:
- 8 tablespoons butter (1 stick or 0.5 cup)
- 1.5 cups all-purpose flour
- 4 cups shrimp stock (or chicken, vegetable, or seafood stock)
- 1.5 cups water
- 2 cups heavy cream, warmed
- 1 tablespoon Cajun seasoning (or to taste)
- Salt, black pepper, or additional Cajun seasoning to taste
Instructions
- Meticulously prepare all ingredients beforehand, ensuring shrimp are seasoned with Cajun spices and chilled for optimal flavor development.
- In a heavy-bottomed pot, gently sauté onions, bell peppers, and celery over medium-low heat for approximately 5 minutes until vegetables become translucent and aromatic.
- Introduce minced garlic and cook briefly, stirring constantly to prevent burning, which can create bitter undertones.
- Deglaze the pot with sherry, scraping accumulated caramelized bits from the bottom, allowing liquid to reduce and concentrate flavors for about 1 minute.
- Create a golden roux by melting butter and incorporating flour, whisking continuously for 5 minutes until mixture transforms into a rich, nutty-colored base.
- Gradually incorporate shrimp stock and water, stirring until smooth and free of lumps, then integrate half the fresh herbs.
- Simmer uncovered for 20 minutes, periodically skimming foam from the surface to maintain a clean, refined texture.
- Gently fold in seasoned shrimp, corn kernels, and warmed cream, allowing ingredients to meld together for 5 minutes until shrimp turn pink and tender.
- Finalize by adjusting seasoning with salt, black pepper, and additional Cajun spices to elevate the bisque’s complex flavor profile.
- Garnish with remaining fresh herbs and serve immediately while piping hot.
Notes
- Organize all ingredients beforehand to streamline cooking and reduce stress in the kitchen.
- Slowly sauté vegetables to release maximum flavor and create a rich, aromatic base for the bisque.
- Stir the butter and flour mixture constantly to prevent burning and achieve a perfect golden color that adds depth to the dish.
- Taste and adjust seasonings gradually, understanding that Cajun spices can intensify as the bisque simmers.
- Swap shrimp for plant-based protein like tofu or jackfruit for a vegetarian version, and use gluten-free flour for a celiac-friendly alternative.
- For a lighter version, substitute heavy cream with half-and-half or coconut milk to reduce calories and add unique flavor.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner, Appetizer
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Cajun/Creole
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 6
- Calories: 408
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 670 mg
- Fat: 28 g
- Saturated Fat: 17 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 26 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 15 g
- Cholesterol: 150 mg