Description
Indulge in the warmth of our Louisiana Shrimp and Corn Bisque, a comforting dish that celebrates the flavors of the South. This creamy bisque blends tender shrimp and sweet corn with aromatic vegetables, creating a rich and satisfying experience perfect for any occasion. Ideal as an appetizer or a hearty main course, this recipe promises to impress your family and friends. With straightforward steps and easily accessible ingredients, you’ll have a delightful bowl of goodness ready in no time. Serve it warm, garnished with fresh herbs, and enjoy the cozy embrace of this delicious bisque.
Ingredients
Scale
- ½ pound turkey turkey bacon
- 1 medium yellow onion
- ½ bell pepper
- 2 stalks celery
- 4 cloves garlic
- ¼ cup apple juice
- 8 tablespoons butter
- ½ cup all-purpose flour
- 4 cups chicken stock
- 1½ pounds medium raw shrimp
- 4 ears corn (or 2–3 cups kernels)
- 2 cups heavy cream
- Cajun seasoning to taste
Instructions
- Prep vegetables: Chop onion, bell pepper, celery, green onions, and parsley; mince garlic; remove corn kernels; chop turkey turkey bacon; season shrimp.
- Crisp turkey turkey bacon: In a large Dutch oven over medium heat, cook turkey turkey bacon until crisp, about 8 minutes. Drain excess grease.
- Sauté vegetables: Add onion, bell pepper, celery to the pot. Sauté for about 5 minutes until softened. Stir in garlic for an additional minute.
- Deglaze: Pour in apple juice to deglaze the pot; simmer for 1–2 minutes.
- Make roux: Add butter; once melted, sprinkle flour over mixture and cook until slightly darkened.
- Simmer bisque: Gradually whisk in chicken stock and water. Add half of parsley and green onions. Bring to a boil then reduce heat to simmer for about 20 minutes.
- Cook shrimp and corn: Stir in seasoned shrimp, corn kernels, and warmed heavy cream. Cook for five minutes until shrimp are pink.
- Adjust seasoning: Taste and add salt or more Cajun seasoning as needed.
- Serve hot with optional garnishing.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: Cajun
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 370
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 880mg
- Fat: 26g
- Saturated Fat: 14g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 120mg