Description
Indulge in a rich and flavorful Creamy Shrimp Bisque recipe with a touch of paprika. Learn how to create this decadent seafood soup at home today!
Ingredients
- 1 pound (454 g) shrimp, peeled and deveined (450 grams)
- 2 tablespoons (30 ml) olive oil (30 milliliters)
- 1 cup (240 ml) diced onion (150 grams)
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup (240 ml) diced celery (150 grams)
- 1 cup (240 ml) diced carrots (150 grams)
- 2 tablespoons (30 ml) tomato paste (30 grams)
- 1 teaspoon (5 ml) paprika
- 1/4 teaspoon (1 ml) cayenne pepper
- 4 cups (960 ml) vegetable broth (960 milliliters)
- 1 cup (240 ml) coconut cream (240 milliliters)
- Salt to taste
- Black pepper to taste
- 1 tablespoon (15 ml) lemon juice (15 milliliters)
- 2 tablespoons (30 ml) chopped fresh parsley (10 grams)
Instructions
- Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
- Add the shrimp and cook until pink and opaque, about 3-4 minutes.
- Remove shrimp from the pot and set aside.
- Add the remaining tablespoon of olive oil to the pot.
- Sauté the diced onion, celery, and carrots until softened, about 5-7 minutes.
- Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional 1 minute.
- Add the tomato paste, paprika, and cayenne pepper, stirring until well combined.
- Pour in the fish or vegetable broth, and bring to a simmer.
- Reduce heat and let the mixture simmer for 20 minutes.
- Use an immersion blender to puree the soup until smooth.
- Return the pot to the stove over low heat.
- Stir in the heavy cream and lemon juice.
- Chop the cooked shrimp into bite-sized pieces and add back to the pot.
- Season with salt and black pepper to taste.
- Gently heat the bisque until warmed through, without boiling.
- Garnish with chopped fresh parsley before serving.
Notes
- Consider using shrimp with shells on for a richer flavor and make a homemade shrimp stock with the shells before starting.
- Try adding a splash of coconut milk for a touch of sweetness and a lighter consistency.
- Adjust the spiciness by varying the amount of cayenne pepper to suit your taste preference.
