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corn bisque

Creamy Shrimp and Corn Bisque

The Crispy Chef
A rich, creamy seafood bisque featuring shrimp and sweet corn, combining the best of French and Cajun culinary traditions. Perfect for any occasion, this dish is a comfort food favorite with layers of flavor.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Course Soup
Cuisine Cajun
Servings 4
Calories 280 kcal

Equipment

  • Large pot or Dutch oven
  • Whisk
  • Fine-mesh sieve
  • Chef's knife
  • Cutting board
  • Wooden spoon

Ingredients
  

  • 1 lb fresh shrimp peeled and deveined
  • 2 cups sweet corn fresh or frozen
  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • 1 small onion chopped
  • 2 stalks celery chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 2 tablespoons flour
  • 4 cups seafood stock or chicken stock
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper optional
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 1-2 bay leaves
  • Fresh cracked black pepper to taste
  • Salt to taste

Instructions
 

  • In a large pot, melt butter over medium heat. Add onions, celery, and garlic. Sauté for 5-7 minutes until soft.
  • Stir in flour and cook for 1-2 minutes to form a roux.
  • Gradually whisk in seafood stock to avoid lumps. Bring to a simmer.
  • Add corn and let it cook for 10-15 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld.
  • Stir in shrimp and cook until pink and firm, about 5-7 minutes.
  • Add heavy cream and season with paprika, cayenne, thyme, bay leaves, salt, and pepper. Adjust seasonings as needed.
  • Remove the bay leaves and blend some of the soup to create a smooth texture while keeping some corn and shrimp for texture.
  • Serve hot, garnished with fresh herbs or a dollop of cream, if desired.

Notes

For a spicier bisque, increase the cayenne pepper or add hot sauce.
For a smoother texture, you can blend the soup more, but make sure to leave some texture from the shrimp and corn.
If using frozen shrimp, thaw them in the fridge before cooking to preserve texture.

Nutrition

Serving: 200gCalories: 280kcalCarbohydrates: 18gProtein: 25gFat: 15gCholesterol: 150mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 450mgFiber: 3gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 2mg
Keyword bisque, cajun bisque, corn, creamy bisque, seafood soup, shrimp
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