Chef's Choice Shellfish Bisque

Dive into luxurious comfort with Chef's Choice Shellfish Bisque, a creamy and indulgent soup brimming with rich seafood flavor. This restaurant-quality recipe combines tender lobster, shrimp, and crab with a velvety base of butter, cream, and seafood stock, elevated by the subtle complexity of dry white wine and a hint of brandy. Finely diced carrots, celery, and onions provide a classic aromatic foundation, while paprika and cayenne add a gentle kick of warmth. Blended to silky perfection, this bisque is finished with a sprinkle of fresh parsley for a vibrant touch. Perfect for special occasions or cozy nights in, this seafood bisque is sure to impress with its gourmet flair and satisfying depth of flavor. Ideal for seafood lovers seeking an elegant yet approachable dish.

Nutriscore Rating: 66/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:40 mins

Total Time:60 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 tablespoons Unsalted butter
• 2 tablespoons Olive oil
• 2 medium Carrots, finely diced
• 2 medium Celery stalks, finely diced
• 1 large Yellow onion, finely diced
• 4 cloves Garlic cloves, minced
• 2 tablespoons Tomato paste
• 3 tablespoons All-purpose flour
• 1 cup Dry white wine
• 5 cups Seafood stock
• 1.5 cups Heavy cream
• 1 cup Cooked lobster meat, chopped
• 1 cup Cooked shrimp, chopped
• 1 cup Cooked crab meat, chopped
• 2 tablespoons Cognac or brandy (optional)
• 1 leaf Bay leaf
• 1 teaspoon Paprika
• 0.25 teaspoon Cayenne pepper
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Ground black pepper
• 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

In a large pot or Dutch oven, melt the butter with the olive oil over medium heat.

Step 2

Add the carrots, celery, and onion to the pot. Sauté for 5-7 minutes until softened and fragrant.

Step 3

Stir in the garlic and cook for another minute, being careful not to burn it.

Step 4

Add the tomato paste to the vegetables and cook for 2 minutes, stirring frequently, until it darkens slightly.

Step 5

Sprinkle in the flour and stir constantly for 1-2 minutes to cook out the raw flour taste.

Step 6

Pour in the white wine, deglazing the pot by scraping up any browned bits from the bottom. Let it simmer for 2 minutes.

Step 7

Add the seafood stock, heavy cream, chopped lobster, shrimp, crab, cognac (if using), bay leaf, paprika, cayenne pepper, salt, and black pepper.

Step 8

Bring the mixture to a gentle boil, then reduce the heat to low and simmer uncovered for 20-25 minutes. Stir occasionally.

Step 9

Remove the bay leaf and carefully blend the soup with an immersion blender until smooth. If using a regular blender, blend in batches and return to the pot.

Step 10

Taste and adjust seasoning with additional salt or pepper if needed.

Step 11

Ladle the bisque into bowls and garnish with a sprinkle of fresh parsley. Serve hot and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(3401.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3232.1

Total Fat 209.5g	0%
Saturated Fat 106.9g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 1374.3mg	0%
Sodium 9717.7mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 82.0g	0%
Dietary Fiber 16.4g	0%
Total Sugars 27.0g
Protein 180.5g	0%

Vitamin D 422.2IU	0%
Calcium 857.5mg	0%
Iron 10.5mg	0%
Potassium 4352.5mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 64.2%

Protein: 24.6%

Carbs: 11.2%