Bouillabaisse Bisque Recipe

Name: Bouillabaisse Bisque
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 tbs hot water; 1 large pinch saffron strings; 3 large bay leaves; 2 x 500g fish stock; 2 x 400g diced tomatoes w/ juice; 4 large peeled carrots; 1/3 white part of leek, finely diced; 3 garlic cloves, finely diced; 400g light coconut cream; 50g butter; salt & pepper to taste; chili powder to taste; 400-500g ling fish cubed; 500g peeled king prawns; 250g green muscles washed and de-bearded; 1/4 cup loosely packed coarsely chopped fresh continental parsley; 1 small baguette, ripped into rough chunks (not included if you are making this gluten-free)

Servings: persons

1 tbs hot water
1 large pinch saffron strings
3 large bay leaves
2 x 500g fish stock
2 x 400g diced tomatoes w/ juice
4 large peeled carrots
1/3 white part of leek, finely diced
3 garlic cloves, finely diced
400g light coconut cream
50g butter
salt & pepper to taste
chili powder to taste
400-500g ling fish cubed
500g peeled king prawns
250g green muscles washed and de-bearded
1/4 cup loosely packed coarsely chopped fresh continental parsley
1 small baguette, ripped into rough chunks (not included if you are making this gluten-free)

1
Put hot water and saffron in small bowl. Let sit.
2
Put bay leaves, fish stock, tomatoes & carrots, leeks & garlic in large pot. Bring to boil. Reduce and simmer with lid off for approximately 10 minutes. When carrots become slightly tender add coconut cream and butter. Cook for additional 5 minutes. Add saffron, as well as the salt, pepper & chili to taste.
3
Add fish, prawns & muscles. Cook until muscles begin to open and prawns are cooked. Remove from heat, stir in parsley.
4
Serve with baguette. (Obviously, skip for gluten-free)
5
Preparation & cooking time ~30minutes.
6
Note: If you want a lighter version, you can leave off the butter.

605

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 17 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 tbs hot water, 1 large pinch saffron strings, 3 large bay leaves, 2 x 500g fish stock, and more.

Yes, Bouillabaisse Bisque falls under the Soups & Stews category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

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Bouillabaisse Bisque

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Variations & substitutions

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