Butternut Shrimp Bisque Recipe

Name: Butternut Shrimp Bisque
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 3 Tablespoons unsalted butter; 2 cups diced yellow onion; 1 bay leaf; 4 cups butternut squash (peeled, de-seeded, and diced into 1/2 - inch cubes); 2 cups peeled fresh shrimp; 2 1/4 teaspoons salt; 3/8 teaspoon ground cayenne pepper; 1/8 teaspoon ground white pepper; 1/2 cup shrimp stock (see NOTE); 6 cups heavy whipping cream

Servings: persons

3 Tablespoons unsalted butter
2 cups diced yellow onion
1 bay leaf
4 cups butternut squash (peeled, de-seeded, and diced into 1/2 - inch cubes)
2 cups peeled fresh shrimp
2 1/4 teaspoons salt
3/8 teaspoon ground cayenne pepper
1/8 teaspoon ground white pepper
1/2 cup shrimp stock (see NOTE)
6 cups heavy whipping cream

1
NOTE: To make shrimp stock, place shrimp heads and shells into a saucepan and cover with cold water. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat to low and simmer for 15 minutes. Strain.
2
Heat the butter in a heavy-duty saucepan over medium-high heat. Add the onions and bay leaf and cook, stirring constantly, until the onions become soft and clear, 3-4 minutes.
3
Reduce heat to medium and add the butternut squash. Cook this mixture, stirring occasionally, until the squash begins to soften, 6-8 minutes.
4
Reduce heat to low and add the shrimp, salt, cayenne, and white pepper. Cook, stirring occasionally, until the shrimp turn pink, 2-3 minutes.
5
Add the shrimp stock and cook, stirring occasionally, for 6-8 minutes. If the mixture begins to stick to the pan, scrape it with a spoon and continue cooking. This will intensify the flavor of the bisque.
6
Remove bay leaf and discard. Transfer the squash/shrimp mixture to a food processor and puree. Return the puree to a saucepan and add the cream. Whisk until thoroughly blended. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat to low and simmer for 2-3 minutes.

3131

kcal

Calories

321

Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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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 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 3 Tablespoons unsalted butter, 2 cups diced yellow onion, 1 bay leaf, 4 cups butternut squash (peeled, de-seeded, and diced into 1/2 - inch cubes), and more.

Yes, Butternut Shrimp Bisque falls under the Seafood 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.

Butternut Shrimp Bisque

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