Shrimp Chile Bisque

Dive into the bold, smoky flavors of this Shrimp Chile Bisque, a creamy and indulgent seafood soup with a spicy kick. Succulent shrimp, paired with the rich depth of smoked paprika and a touch of chipotle chile in adobo, create a stunning balance of heat and savory notes. A base of sautéed aromatic vegetables—onion, celery, and carrot—melds seamlessly with seafood stock, dry white wine, and a splash of heavy cream for luxurious texture. Perfectly pureed for a velvety finish, this bisque is best served warm, garnished with vibrant parsley and tender shrimp. Ideal for dinner parties or cozy nights in, this recipe is a show-stopper, blending gourmet sophistication with easily accessible ingredients.

Nutriscore Rating: 67/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:40 mins

Total Time:55 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 pound raw shrimp (peeled and deveined)
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 2 tablespoons butter
• 1 medium yellow onion (finely chopped)
• 2 stalks celery (diced)
• 1 large carrot (peeled and diced)
• 3 cloves garlic (minced)
• 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
• 1 piece chipotle chile in adobo sauce (chopped)
• 2 tablespoons tomato paste
• 1 cup dry white wine
• 4 cups seafood stock
• 1 cup heavy cream
• 1 piece bay leaf
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 2 tablespoons parsley (chopped, for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add the shrimp and cook for 2 minutes per side until pink. Remove the shrimp and set aside; reserve a few for garnish, if desired.

Step 2

In the same pot, melt the butter. Add the chopped onion, celery, and carrot. Cook for 5-7 minutes until softened, stirring occasionally.

Step 3

Stir in the minced garlic, smoked paprika, and chopped chipotle chile. Cook for 1 minute, releasing the flavors.

Step 4

Add the tomato paste and stir well. Cook for another 2 minutes until the paste darkens slightly.

Step 5

Pour in the white wine to deglaze the pot, scraping any browned bits on the bottom. Simmer for 2-3 minutes to reduce slightly.

Step 6

Add the seafood stock, bay leaf, salt, and black pepper. Bring to a boil, then reduce the heat to low and let simmer for 20 minutes.

Step 7

Remove the bay leaf and use an immersion blender to puree the soup until smooth. Alternatively, carefully blend in batches using a countertop blender.

Step 8

Stir in the heavy cream and return the cooked shrimp to the pot. Simmer for another 5 minutes to heat through.

Step 9

Taste and adjust seasoning as needed. Ladle the bisque into bowls and garnish with reserved shrimp and chopped parsley.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2304.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2122.5

Total Fat 135.9g	0%
Saturated Fat 65.9g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 3.4g
Cholesterol 1163.1mg	0%
Sodium 5369.4mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 46.8g	0%
Dietary Fiber 9.3g	0%
Total Sugars 18.7g
Protein 123.0g	0%

Vitamin D 4.5IU	0%
Calcium 509.3mg	0%
Iron 5.8mg	0%
Potassium 2742.5mg	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: 64.3%

Protein: 25.9%

Carbs: 9.8%