Crawfish Or Shrimp Bisque Recipe

Name: Crawfish Or Shrimp Bisque
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 lb crawfish (peeled and de-veined) or 1 lb shrimp (peeled and de-veined); 4 cups fish stock; 3 tablespoons butter or 3 tablespoons margarine; 2 teaspoons paprika; 1 onion, finely chopped; 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour; 1 red bell pepper, finely chopped; 2 -3 celery ribs, finely chopped; 1 sprig fresh thyme; 1 garlic clove, minced; 2 bay leaves; 1/4 teaspoon dry mustard; 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper; salt and pepper; snipped chives

Servings: persons

1 lb crawfish (peeled and de-veined) or 1 lb shrimp (peeled and de-veined)
4 cups fish stock
3 tablespoons butter or 3 tablespoons margarine
2 teaspoons paprika
1 onion, finely chopped
3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1 red bell pepper, finely chopped
2 -3 celery ribs, finely chopped
1 sprig fresh thyme
1 garlic clove, minced
2 bay leaves
1/4 teaspoon dry mustard
1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
salt and pepper
snipped chives

1
Melt the butter or margarine in a large saucepan and add the onion, red bell pepper, celery and garlic. Cook gently to soften.
2
Stir in dry mustard, cayenne pepper, paprika and flour. Cook for about 3 minutes over low heat, stirring occasionally.
3
Pour on the fish stock gradually, stirring until well blended.
4
Add the thyme and bay leaf and bring to a boil. Reduce the heat and simmer for about 5 minutes until thickened, stirring occasionally.
5
Add the crawfish (or shrimp) and cook for about 5 minutes.
6
Season with salt and pepper to taste.
7
Serve over rice topped with snipped chives.

315

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* 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.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.

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 15 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 lb crawfish (peeled and de-veined) or 1 lb shrimp (peeled and de-veined), 4 cups fish stock, 3 tablespoons butter or 3 tablespoons margarine, 2 teaspoons paprika, and more.

Yes, Crawfish Or 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.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Crawfish Or Shrimp Bisque

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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