Description
Learn how to make a delicious seafood bisque with this easy recipe for beginners. Perfect for seafood lovers looking to impress with their cooking skills!
Ingredients
- 450 g shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 450 g white fish fillets, such as cod or haddock, cut into chunks
- 2 tbsp (30 ml) vegetable oil
- 1 medium onion, finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 carrot, finely chopped
- 1 celery stalk, finely chopped
- 720 ml seafood or vegetable stock
- 240 ml coconut cream
- 2 tbsp (30 ml) all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp (5 ml) salt
- 1/2 tsp (3 ml) black pepper
- 1/4 tsp (1 ml) paprika (optional)
- 1 bay leaf
- 2 tbsp (30 ml) fresh parsley, chopped
- 1 tbsp (15 ml) lemon juice
Instructions
- Melt the butter in a large pot over medium heat.
- Add the chopped onion and sauté until translucent, about 3 minutes.
- Stir in the minced garlic, chopped carrot, and celery, cooking for another 5 minutes.
- Sprinkle the flour over the vegetables and stir well to combine.
- Gradually pour in the seafood or vegetable stock, stirring constantly to avoid lumps.
- Add the bay leaf, salt, black pepper, and cayenne pepper if using, and bring to a simmer.
- Add the chunks of white fish to the pot and cook for 5 minutes.
- Stir in the shrimp and cook until both the fish and shrimp are just cooked through, about 3-4 minutes.
- Reduce the heat to low and slowly stir in the heavy cream.
- Simmer the bisque gently for another 5 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld.
- Remove the bay leaf and discard.
- Stir in the lemon juice and chopped parsley.
- Taste and adjust the seasoning if necessary.
- Serve the seafood bisque hot, garnished with additional fresh parsley if desired.
Notes
- Use full-fat coconut cream for a richer texture.
- Opt for seafood stock to enhance the seafood flavor.
- Incorporate a splash of for added depth while cooking the vegetables.
