Scallop Bisque

Dive into the luxurious flavors of this creamy Scallop Bisque, a seafood lover's dream that exudes elegance with every spoonful. This recipe combines tender bay scallops, aromatic shallots, and garlic, all simmered to perfection in a rich base of fish stock, dry white wine, and heavy cream. A hint of tomato paste and paprika adds depth, while fresh thyme and parsley elevate the bisque with a burst of herbaceous freshness. Blended until smooth and adorned with perfectly cooked scallop pieces, this velvety soup is as comforting as it is sophisticated. Perfect for an impressive starter or a cozy main, this restaurant-quality scallop bisque comes together in under an hour, bringing gourmet dining right to your table.

Nutriscore Rating: 64/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:50 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 3 tablespoons Butter
• 2 medium, finely chopped Shallots
• 2 cloves, minced Garlic
• 1 pound Bay scallops
• 1 cup Dry white wine
• 3 cups Fish stock
• 1 cup Heavy cream
• 2 tablespoons Tomato paste
• 1 teaspoon Paprika
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Freshly ground black pepper
• 1 teaspoon Fresh thyme leaves
• 1 tablespoon Olive oil
• 2 tablespoons, chopped (for garnish) Fresh parsley

Directions

Step 1

In a large saucepan over medium heat, melt the butter.

Step 2

Add the finely chopped shallots and minced garlic, and sauté until soft and aromatic, about 3-4 minutes.

Step 3

Add the bay scallops and cook for 2-3 minutes until they just turn opaque. Remove half of the cooked scallops and set them aside for later.

Step 4

Pour in the dry white wine and bring it to a simmer. Let it cook for about 2-3 minutes to reduce slightly.

Step 5

Add the fish stock, heavy cream, tomato paste, paprika, salt, black pepper, and thyme leaves. Stir well to combine.

Step 6

Bring the mixture to a gentle boil, then reduce the heat and simmer for 10 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together.

Step 7

Using an immersion blender (or transferring the mixture to a standard blender in batches), blend the bisque until smooth and creamy.

Step 8

Return the bisque to the stove over low heat. Stir in the reserved scallops and simmer for an additional 2-3 minutes to warm through.

Step 9

Drizzle a small amount of olive oil on top of each bowl for a finishing touch. Garnish with chopped fresh parsley and serve warm.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1842.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2055.9

Total Fat 134.9g	0%
Saturated Fat 70.6g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.4g
Cholesterol 558.8mg	0%
Sodium 5614.7mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 40.6g	0%
Dietary Fiber 5.5g	0%
Total Sugars 13.2g
Protein 100.7g	0%

Vitamin D 6.7IU	0%
Calcium 212.7mg	0%
Iron 7.3mg	0%
Potassium 2521.7mg	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: 68.2%

Protein: 22.6%

Carbs: 9.1%