Description
Shrimp and Corn Bisque with a New Orleans Twist is a soul-warming dish that combines sweet corn, succulent shrimp, and a hint of spice for an unforgettable experience. This creamy bisque is perfect for chilly evenings, bringing the vibrant flavors of New Orleans right to your kitchen. Whether served as an appetizer or main course, it’s sure to impress family and friends with its rich taste and beautiful presentation.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb fresh large shrimp (peeled and deveined)
- 2 cups sweet corn (fresh or frozen)
- 1 medium onion (finely chopped)
- 3 cloves garlic (minced)
- 4 tbsp unsalted butter
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 4 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 2 tsp Cajun seasoning
- 2 green onions (chopped, for garnish)
- Juice of 1 lemon
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a large pot over medium heat, melt the butter. Sauté the chopped onion until translucent (about 4-5 minutes).
- Add minced garlic and cook for another minute. Stir in the sweet corn and cook briefly.
- Pour in chicken broth and Cajun seasoning. Simmer for about 10 minutes.
- Add shrimp and heavy cream, cooking until shrimp turns pink (3-5 minutes).
- Blend the mixture until smooth using an immersion blender or regular blender in batches.
- Finish with a squeeze of lemon juice, adjust seasoning if necessary, and garnish with green onions before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: New Orleans
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 890mg
- Fat: 21g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 160mg