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Lobster Bisque Recipe

A rich and creamy lobster bisque perfect for special occasions.
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Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 45 mins
Total Time 1 hr
Course Soup
Cuisine French
Servings 4 servings
Calories 350 kcal

Equipment

  • Large pot
  • Blender

Ingredients:  

Main Ingredients

  • 2 lobsters Lobsters (about 1.5 pounds each)
  • 2 tablespoons Olive oil
  • 1 unit Onion, chopped
  • 2 units Carrots, chopped
  • 2 stalks Celery, chopped
  • 3 cloves Garlic, minced
  • 1/4 cup Tomato paste
  • 1/4 cup Brandy
  • 1/4 cup Dry white wine
  • 4 cups Seafood stock
  • 1 cup Heavy cream
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)

Instructions: 

  • Cook lobsters in boiling water for 8-10 minutes. Remove meat and set aside. Save shells.
  • Heat olive oil in a large pot. Add onion, carrots, celery, and garlic. Cook until soft.
  • Add tomato paste and cook for 2 minutes.
  • Add lobster shells, brandy, and white wine. Cook for 5 minutes.
  • Add seafood stock and bring to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer for 30 minutes.
  • Remove shells and blend soup until smooth.
  • Return to pot, add cream, and season with salt and pepper. Heat through.
  • Serve garnished with lobster meat and parsley.

Notes:

For a richer flavor, you can roast the lobster shells before adding them to the soup.

Nutrition value:

Calories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 25gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 150mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 3gSugar: 6gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 100mgIron: 2mg

Keywords:

Keyword Bisque, Lobster
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