Shrimp Bisque Recipe

Name: Shrimp Bisque
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 tablespoons (1/4 stick) butter; 1 pound uncooked shrimp, peeled, deveined; 2 celery stalks, diced; 1 small onion, chopped; 1 carrot, diced; 2 1/2 tablespoons chopped fresh tarragon or 2 1/2 teaspoons dried; 1 1/2 teaspoons grated lemon peel; 1 cup dry white wine; 1/4 cup brandy; 3 8-ounce bottles clam juice; 1 cup whipping cream; 3 tablespoons long-grain white rice; 2 tablespoons tomato paste

Servings: persons

2 tablespoons (1/4 stick) butter
1 pound uncooked shrimp, peeled, deveined
2 celery stalks, diced
1 small onion, chopped
1 carrot, diced
2 1/2 tablespoons chopped fresh tarragon or 2 1/2 teaspoons dried
1 1/2 teaspoons grated lemon peel
1 cup dry white wine
1/4 cup brandy
3 8-ounce bottles clam juice
1 cup whipping cream
3 tablespoons long-grain white rice
2 tablespoons tomato paste

1
Melt butter in heavy large Dutch oven over medium heat.
2
Add shrimp and saute until just cooked through, about 4 minutes.
3
Using slotted spoon, transfer shrimp to bowl.
4
Add celery, onion, carrot, tarragon and lemon peel to Dutch oven.
5
Saute until vegetables are soft, about 8 minutes.
6
Add white wine and brandy and boil 2 minutes.
7
Add clam juice, whipping cream, rice and tomato paste.
8
Cover pot and simmer until rice is very tender, stirring occasionally, about 20 minutes.
9
Puree soup in batches in blender.
10
Return to Dutch oven.
11
Place all but 6 shrimp in blender.
12
Add 3 cups soup and blend until shrimp are coarsely chopped.
13
Add to soup in Dutch oven.
14
Season with salt and pepper.
15
(Can be made 1 day ahead.
16
Cover and refrigerate soup and remaining 6 shrimp separately.)
17
made 1 day ahead.
18
Cover and refrigerate soup and remaining 6 shrimp separately.)
19
Bring soup to simmer, stirring frequently.
20
Ladle into 6 bowls; garnish each with 1 shrimp.

434

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.
Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

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

My Personal Notes

Saved locally in your browser — visible only to you.

How did you like this recipe?

This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 tablespoons (1/4 stick) butter, 1 pound uncooked shrimp, peeled, deveined, 2 celery stalks, diced, 1 small onion, chopped, 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

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

How did you like this recipe?

Frequently Asked Questions