Shrimp Bisque Recipe

Name: Shrimp Bisque
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 lb shrimp (peeled and deveined); 1 cup onion, chopped; 1 cup apple, peeled (chopped or shredded); 2 tablespoons olive oil (or butter); 1 tablespoon unbleached white flour; 1 1/2 cups vegetable stock (or water); 1 teaspoon fresh lemon juice; 2 inches lemon peel; 1/2 teaspoon curry powder; 1 teaspoon dill; 1/4 teaspoon salt; 1/4 teaspoon white pepper; 2 tablespoons dry white wine; 1 cup half-and-half

Servings: persons

1 lb shrimp (peeled and deveined)
1 cup onion, chopped
1 cup apple, peeled (chopped or shredded)
2 tablespoons olive oil (or butter)
1 tablespoon unbleached white flour
1 1/2 cups vegetable stock (or water)
1 teaspoon fresh lemon juice
2 inches lemon peel
1/2 teaspoon curry powder
1 teaspoon dill
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon white pepper
2 tablespoons dry white wine
1 cup half-and-half

1
Rinse shrimp and set them aside.
2
In large saucepan, saute' the onions and apples in the butter or oil for about 10 minutes, until the onions are translucent.
3
Sprinkle in the flour and cook, stirring for a minute or two.
4
Then stir in the stock or water, lemon juice, lemon peel, curry powder, dill, salt, white pepper, and wine.
5
Simmer, covered for about 5 minutes, until the mixture thickens slightly.
6
Add the shrimp and half-and-half, and simmer gently until the shrimp turn pink. Be careful not to overcook the shrimp or they will become tough (they don't take long)
7
Remove the lemon peel. In a blender or food processor, puree about one third of the soup and the return it to the pot. Serve and enjoy.

268

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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.
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 14 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 lb shrimp (peeled and deveined), 1 cup onion, chopped, 1 cup apple, peeled (chopped or shredded), 2 tablespoons olive oil (or butter), and more.

Yes, 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!

Shrimp Bisque

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