Description
Lobster bisque soup is a luxurious, creamy delight that transports you to the seaside with every spoonful. This rich and flavorful soup combines tender lobster meat with aromatic vegetables, creating a dining experience that’s both comforting and elegant. Perfect for special occasions or cozy evenings, this recipe is sure to impress your guests and warm your heart.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 fresh lobster tails (about 1 lb)
- 2 tbsp unsalted butter
- 1 cup shallots, chopped (about 2 large shallots)
- 2 tbsp tomato paste
- 1 cup dry white wine
- 4 cups seafood stock
- 1/4 tsp cayenne pepper
- 1 cup heavy cream
Instructions
- Prepare the Lobster Tails: Boil salted water in a large pot. Cook lobster tails for 8-10 minutes until bright red and opaque. Cool, then chop into bite-sized pieces.
- Sauté Aromatics: Melt butter in a large pot over medium heat. Add chopped shallots and cook until translucent (about 5 minutes).
- Add Tomato Paste and Wine: Stir in tomato paste, cooking for another minute before adding white wine. Simmer for 3-4 minutes until reduced by half.
- Create the Base: Pour in seafood stock and cayenne pepper; simmer gently for 10 minutes.
- Add Cream and Lobster Meat: Stir in heavy cream over low heat, then fold in chopped lobster meat.
- Blend Smoothly (Optional): For a silky texture, blend with an immersion blender or regular blender until smooth.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: Seafood
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 340
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 14g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 9g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 105mg