Scallop Bisque Recipe

Name: Scallop Bisque
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 tablespoon butter; 3 tablespoons flour; ¼ cup minced shallot; 1 cup shredded carrot; 1 cup chopped red bell pepper; 1 cup chopped yellow bell pepper; 1 cup chopped celery; 2 cups low-fat milk; 1 cup chicken broth; 8 ounces bay scallops, the tiny ones; 1 tablespoon lemon juice; ½ teaspoon sugar; ¼ teaspoon salt; ½ teaspoon paprika; ⅛ cup low-fat sour cream; 3 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley

Servings: persons

1 tablespoon butter
3 tablespoons flour
¼ cup minced shallot
1 cup shredded carrot
1 cup chopped red bell pepper
1 cup chopped yellow bell pepper
1 cup chopped celery
2 cups low-fat milk
1 cup chicken broth
8 ounces bay scallops, the tiny ones
1 tablespoon lemon juice
½ teaspoon sugar
¼ teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon paprika
⅛ cup low-fat sour cream
3 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley

1
In a large soup pot, over medium heat, melt the butter.
2
Add the shallots, carrots, both bell peppers, and celery.
3
Cook, stirring often for about 7-8 minutes.
4
Add flour and stir until flour dissolves; cook and stir for 2 minutes.
5
Whisk in the milk, and broth and whisk until smooth.
6
Reduce heat to low and simmer for about 15 minutes, stirring frequently, until all veggies are tender.
7
Use a hand immersion blender/blender/food preocessor and puree the soup mixture until smooth.
8
Return to the pot.
9
Add the scallops and cook over medium-low heat for about 5-7 minutes or until scallops are opaque.
10
Remove from heat; stir in the lemon juice, sugar, salt, paprika and sour cream.
11
Stir very well.
12
Ladle into bowls and sprinkle with the fresh parsley.

335

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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.
Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-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 16 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 tablespoon butter, 3 tablespoons flour, ¼ cup minced shallot, 1 cup shredded carrot, and more.

Yes, Scallop 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!

Scallop Bisque

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