Description
Indulge in the warmth and comfort of our Smooth and Creamy Shrimp and Corn Bisque, a delightful dish that’s perfect for any occasion. This easy-to-make bisque is ready in just 30 minutes, combining fresh corn, aromatic garlic, and a medley of spices to create a rich flavor profile that seafood lovers will adore. The creamy texture, achieved with coconut milk, makes this soup both satisfying and dairy-free. Whether you’re enjoying it as a starter or main course, this recipe is sure to impress family and guests alike with its vibrant flavors and hearty ingredients.
Ingredients
- Ghee or butter
- Onion
- Celery
- Carrot
- Corn kernels (fresh or frozen)
- Garlic
- Arrowroot starch (or cornstarch)
- Sea salt
- Ground black pepper
- Paprika
- Dried thyme
- Tomato paste
- Chicken broth
- Coconut milk
- Shrimp (peeled and deveined)
Instructions
- In a large Dutch oven over medium heat, melt ghee. Add minced onion, chopped celery, carrot, and 1/2 cup of corn; sauté for 2-3 minutes until tender.
- Stir in minced garlic and arrowroot starch; cook for another minute.
- Season with salt, pepper, paprika, thyme, and tomato paste; mix well.
- Slowly pour in chicken broth and simmer for about 3 minutes until thickened.
- Blend the mixture using an immersion blender until smooth.
- Return to heat; stir in coconut milk.
- Add remaining corn and shrimp; simmer for 4-5 minutes until shrimp turns opaque.
- Serve hot, garnished with chopped parsley or green onions if desired.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: Seafood
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 720mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 100mg