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.

No additional tips available.

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

How did you like this recipe?

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.

Crawfish Or Shrimp Bisque

How did you like this recipe?

Frequently Asked Questions