Description
Enjoy a comforting bowl of creamy Shrimp Corn Bisque, featuring succulent shrimp and sweet corn simmered in a rich seafood stock with aromatic vegetables. This flavorful dish is perfect for cozy dinners and is sure to please seafood enthusiasts!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 1 cup corn kernels (fresh, frozen, or canned)
- 4 cups seafood stock or chicken broth
- 1 medium onion, finely chopped
- 2 stalks celery, finely chopped
- 1 bell pepper, finely chopped (preferably green)
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon Old Bay seasoning
- 1 teaspoon Cajun seasoning
- 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
Instructions
- In a large pot, heat the olive oil and butter over medium heat. Once the butter has melted and is bubbling, add the chopped onion, celery, and bell pepper. Sauté for about 5-7 minutes until soft and translucent.
- Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional minute until fragrant, being careful not to burn it.
- Sprinkle in the Old Bay seasoning, Cajun seasoning, smoked paprika, and a pinch of salt and pepper. Stir well and let the spices toast for about a minute.
- Pour in the seafood stock (or chicken broth) and bring to a gentle simmer. Let it simmer for about 10 minutes to meld the flavors.
- Add the corn kernels and let the mixture simmer for another 5 minutes.
- Carefully add the shrimp to the pot, stirring gently to ensure they are submerged.
- Cook for about 3-5 minutes until the shrimp turn pink and opaque. Remove a few shrimp for garnish and set aside.
- Reduce the heat to low and slowly pour in the heavy cream, stirring gently to combine. Let it simmer for an additional 5 minutes, adjusting the consistency with more stock or water if needed.
- Stir in the lemon juice and taste, adjusting seasoning with more salt and pepper if necessary.
- Ladle the bisque into deep bowls. Garnish with the reserved shrimp and a sprinkle of fresh parsley.
Notes
- For a spicier kick, consider adding a dash of hot sauce or more Cajun seasoning.
- This bisque can be made ahead of time and reheated gently on the stove.
- Serve with crusty bread for a complete meal.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes