New Orleans Shrimp and Corn Bisque
Indulge in the flavors of Louisiana with this comforting New Orleans Shrimp and Corn Bisque. This creamy, rich dish combines tender shrimp and sweet corn in a luscious broth infused with authentic Cajun spices, making it perfect for cozy nights or festive gatherings. A lighter twist comes from using turkey bacon, ensuring you don’t sacrifice flavor while keeping it healthier. Whether served as an appetizer or a main course, this bisque is sure to delight your guests and warm your heart!
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour
- Yield: Approximately 6 servings 1x
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: Cajun
Ingredients
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- ½ pound turkey bacon
- 1 medium onion
- ½ bell pepper
- 2 stalks celery
- 4 cloves garlic
- ¼ cup sherry cooking wine
- 8 tablespoons butter
- ½ cup all-purpose flour
- 4 cups shrimp stock (or chicken/vegetable stock)
- 1 ½ pounds medium raw shrimp
- 4 ears of corn (kernels)
- 2 cups heavy cream
Instructions
- Prep vegetables by chopping onion, bell pepper, celery, green onions, and parsley; mince garlic.
- In a Dutch oven over medium heat, cook chopped turkey bacon until crispy. Remove excess grease.
- Sauté onion, bell pepper, and celery in residual grease for about 5 minutes; add garlic for another minute.
- Deglaze with sherry cooking wine; let simmer briefly.
- Make a roux by adding butter and flour; cook until slightly thickened.
- Gradually whisk in shrimp stock and water; simmer for about 20 minutes.
- Stir in shrimp, corn, and warmed heavy cream; cook until shrimp are pink.
- Taste and adjust seasoning before serving hot in bowls.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (approx. 1 cup)
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 16g
- Cholesterol: 150mg
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