Creamy Lobster Bisque Recipe

Preparation Time: 30m
Cook Time: 45m
Total Time: 75m
Servings: 4

July 26, 2024 4.8

This Creamy Lobster Bisque is a decadent and luxurious soup, perfect for a special occasion or a cosy night in. Rich and velvety, it highlights the sweet, succulent flavour of lobster in a creamy base, bringing a touch of elegance to your table.

Ingredients:

Lobster shells from 2 lobsters
1 onion, chopped
1 carrot, chopped
2 celery stalks, chopped
2 garlic cloves, minced
2 tablespoons tomato paste
1 teaspoon dried thyme
4 cups water
4 tablespoons butter
4 tablespoons flour
2 cups lobster stock
1 cup cream
1/2 cup white wine
200g lobster meat, chopped
1 teaspoon paprika
1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
Salt and pepper, to taste
Extra cream, for garnish
Fresh parsley, for garnish

Instructions:

1 Prepare the Lobster Stock
In a large pot, cook lobster shells, onion, carrot, celery, garlic, tomato paste, and thyme over medium heat until vegetables are soft and fragrant. Add water and bring to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer for 30 minutes. Strain the stock and discard solids.
2 Cook the Bisque
In another pot, melt butter over medium heat. Add flour to make a roux, cooking until golden. Gradually whisk in the lobster stock, followed by the cream and white wine. Simmer until the bisque thickens.
3 Blend and Season
Use an immersion blender to puree the bisque until smooth. Stir in lobster meat, paprika, and cayenne pepper. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Cook until the lobster meat is heated through.
4 Serve
Ladle the bisque into bowls. Garnish with a drizzle of extra cream, a sprinkle of paprika, and fresh parsley. Serve hot with crusty bread on the side.