Description
Indulge in a rich and creamy lobster bisque that promises to elevate any dining experience. This exquisite dish blends fresh ingredients to create a luxurious flavor profile that tantalizes the taste buds. Perfect for special occasions or cozy dinners at home, this bisque is easy to prepare and serves beautifully in elegant bowls. With its velvety texture and satisfying taste, it’s sure to impress your guests or make a weeknight meal feel extraordinary.
Ingredients
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- 4 raw lobster tails
- 10 cups water
- 4 tablespoons butter
- 1 minced shallot
- 2 large diced carrots
- 3 diced celery stalks
- 2 teaspoons minced garlic
- 1 teaspoon minced fresh thyme
- 1/4 cup tomato paste
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 1.5 cups dry white grape juice
- 5 cups lobster stock
- 1 cup heavy cream
- Kosher salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Remove meat from lobster tails using kitchen shears; chop into bite-sized pieces.
- In a large pot, melt butter over medium heat; sauté shallots, carrots, celery, and garlic until softened (about 5 minutes).
- Stir in thyme and tomato paste; cook for an additional 2 minutes. Add flour to create a roux.
- Gradually whisk in dry white grape juice, then add water and lobster stock; bring to a simmer and cook for 30 minutes.
- Blend the mixture until smooth using an immersion blender or in batches in a standard blender.
- Return blended soup to heat; stir in heavy cream and chopped lobster meat, adjusting seasoning with salt and pepper.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Appetizer/Main
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: Seafood
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (approximately 250g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 560mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 13g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 70mg