Best 6 Easy Seafood Bisque Recipes

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Craving a creamy and flavorful seafood bisque that tantalizes your taste buds without requiring hours of prep time? Look no further! Our curated selection of easy seafood bisque recipes promises a delightful culinary experience that won't leave you overwhelmed in the kitchen. With a symphony of seafood treasures, aromatic herbs, and velvety broth, these recipes offer a delectable balance of flavors that will transport you to a seaside haven. Discover the art of crafting a perfect seafood bisque, whether you prefer a classic creamy version or a zesty, tomato-based creation. Simplicity meets elegance as you embark on a culinary adventure that brings the essence of the ocean right to your table.

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SEAFOOD BISQUE



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Special occasions call for extraordinary soups like this rich and creamy shrimp bisque.

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Entree

Time 25m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 11

1/3 cup butter or margarine
1/3 cup Gold Medal™ all-purpose flour
1 carton (32 oz) Progresso™ chicken broth (4 cups)
4 cups (1 qt) half-and-half
1/2 cup dry white wine or water
1/2 cup chopped drained roasted red bell peppers (from 7-oz jar)
12 oz cod fillet, cut into 1-inch pieces
12 oz uncooked peeled deveined medium shrimp, thawed if frozen and tails peeled
1/2 cup basil pesto
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon freshly ground pepper

Steps:

  • In 4-quart Dutch oven, melt butter over medium-high heat. Stir in flour. Gradually stir in broth, half-and-half and wine. Stir in bell peppers and cod. Heat to boiling, stirring occasionally.
  • Stir in shrimp. Simmer uncovered 2 to 3 minutes or until shrimp are pink and firm. Stir in pesto, salt and pepper.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 420, Carbohydrate 11 g, Cholesterol 150 mg, Fat 4, Fiber 0 g, Protein 22 g, SaturatedFat 15 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 860 mg, Sugar 6 g, TransFat 1 g

SEAFOOD BISQUE



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We live on the Gulf Coast, where fresh seafood is plentiful. I adapted several recipes to come up with this rich bisque. It's great as a first course or an entree, and it can be made with just shrimp or crabmeat. -Pat Edwards, Dauphin Island, Alabama

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner     Lunch

Time 30m

Yield 10 servings (2-1/2 quarts).

Number Of Ingredients 15

2 cans (10-3/4 ounces each) condensed cream of mushroom soup, undiluted
1 can (10-3/4 ounces) condensed cream of celery soup, undiluted
2-2/3 cups 2% milk
4 green onions, chopped
1/2 cup finely chopped celery
1 garlic clove, minced
1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
1/4 teaspoon hot pepper sauce
1-1/2 pounds uncooked medium shrimp, peeled and deveined
1 can (6 ounces) crabmeat, drained, flaked and cartilage removed
1 jar (4-1/2 ounces) whole mushrooms, drained
3 tablespoons Madeira wine or chicken broth
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper
Thinly sliced green onions, optional

Steps:

  • In a Dutch oven, combine the first 8 ingredients. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; add the shrimp, crab and mushrooms. Simmer, uncovered, for 10 minutes. Stir in the wine, salt and pepper; cook 2-3 minutes longer. Top with onions if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 169 calories, Fat 6g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 127mg cholesterol, Sodium 817mg sodium, Carbohydrate 10g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 18g protein.

EASY SEAFOOD BISQUE



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I've always enjoyed seafood bisque at restaurants and one day decided to try my hand at a homemade version. Everyone says this is one of the better recipes they've tasted. -Cindy Rogowski, Lancaster, New York

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 30m

Yield 4-5 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 11

1/2 cup chopped onion
1 tablespoon butter
2-1/4 cups milk
1 can (10-3/4 ounces) condensed cream of celery soup, undiluted
1 can (10-3/4 ounces) condensed cream of shrimp soup, undiluted
1 package (8 ounces) imitation crabmeat, chopped
1 teaspoon chicken bouillon granules
1/2 teaspoon dried parsley flakes
1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
1/4 teaspoon dried marjoram
1/4 teaspoon pepper

Steps:

  • In a 3-qt. saucepan, saute onion in butter until tender. Stir in remaining ingredients. Cover and cook over medium-low heat for 20 minutes or until heated through, stirring occasionally.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 226 calories, Fat 11g fat (6g saturated fat), Cholesterol 37mg cholesterol, Sodium 1413mg sodium, Carbohydrate 22g carbohydrate (7g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 11g protein.

ELEGANT SEAFOOD BISQUE



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This makes a to die for super rich seafood bisque, chocked full of seafood such as shrimp, crab, salmon, clams and cod and is lower carb than most,due to no potatoes. Hint for low carbers: use Wondra "instant flour" and all you will need is about 1 or 2 TBS to thicken. The original recipe was obtained from a local restaurant.

Provided by MNLisaB

Categories     < 60 Mins

Time 35m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 14

1/2 cup finely minced shallot
1/2 lb butter
1/2 cup flour
1 quart water
1 tablespoon chicken base
1 (14 ounce) can baby clams, with juice
1/2 lb uncooked shrimp, cleaned, shelled, deveined
1/3 lb cod, boneless, leave in one piece
1/3 lb salmon, skinless, boneless, leave in one piece
2/3 lb cooked crabmeat, chopped
1 cup heavy cream
1 cup half-and-half
1/2 cup dry sherry
salt and pepper

Steps:

  • Sauté minced shallots in butter until soft.
  • Add the flour and stir with whisk for 5 minutes on low heat, set aside.
  • Bring one quart of water to a boil and add chicken base, clams, crab, shrimp and whole pieces of salmon and cod.
  • Return to boil, lower heat and simmer for 5 minutes.
  • Strain the stock, reserving the seafood.
  • Stir the shallot mixture into the stock.
  • Add the heavy cream and half and half to the stock, bring to a simmer on low heat and cook until thickened, about 5 minutes.
  • Chunk the salmon and cod and add all of the seafood back into the soup pot.
  • Add the sherry and heat through, no more than 3 minutes.

SHRIMP BISQUE



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Shrimp is a high-protein, low-fat food. And this soup is super easy.

Provided by USA WEEKEND Jean Carper

Categories     Seafood     Shellfish     Shrimp

Time 50m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
1 medium red bell pepper, chopped
½ cup chopped yellow onion
½ pound cooked or raw shrimp, tails removed, cut in pieces
2 cups fat-free half-and-half
1 cup no-salt-added tomato sauce
¼ teaspoon hot chile sauce, or to taste
salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
1 teaspoon butter
¼ cup grated fresh Parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • In saucepan, heat olive oil. Add red pepper and onion; saute on low heat until soft, 15 to 20 minutes, stirring occasionally. Add shrimp, half-and-half, tomato sauce, hot sauce, salt and pepper. Bring to a boil, reduce heat and simmer 5 minutes. Add butter.
  • Put 1/2 hot mixture in a blender and carefully process at high speed about 10 to 15 seconds, or until no large pieces remain. Transfer bisque into soup bowls.
  • Repeat with remaining mixture. Sprinkle on Parmesan cheese.
  • Optional garnishes: herbs and additional shrimp.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 152.6 calories, Carbohydrate 13.2 g, Cholesterol 66.3 mg, Fat 5.8 g, Fiber 1.2 g, Protein 12 g, SaturatedFat 2.2 g, Sodium 235.1 mg, Sugar 5.5 g

EASY SEAFOOD BISQUE



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Used to have this all the time as a kid, and lost the recipe some time ago. Have recently found it again, and putting it here for safe keeping! We always had this served over white rice, and it was YUMMY!!

Provided by iewe7726

Categories     < 30 Mins

Time 30m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

1/4 cup butter
1 lb seafood (cut-up lobster, shelled shrimp, scallops, crabmeat, or imitation crabmeat, can be either fresh or fr)
2 (10 3/4 ounce) cans cream of shrimp soup
2 (10 3/4 ounce) cans cream of potato soup
1 cup heavy cream
4 cups half-and-half
hot pepper sauce, to taste
cream sherry, to taste

Steps:

  • Melt butter in large saucepan.
  • Add your choice of seafood and cook until done.
  • Add soups, heavy cream and half-and-half; stir until smooth.
  • Heat through. Season with hot pepper sauce and sherry.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 833.6, Fat 71.2, SaturatedFat 44.1, Cholesterol 231.2, Sodium 2739.5, Carbohydrate 37.1, Fiber 0.9, Sugar 3.1, Protein 14.4

Tips:

  • Use fresh seafood: The fresher the seafood, the better your bisque will taste. If you can't find fresh seafood, frozen seafood is a good option.
  • Don't overcook the seafood: Seafood cooks quickly, so be careful not to overcook it. Overcooked seafood will be tough and chewy.
  • Use a good quality white wine: The white wine you use will add flavor to your bisque. Choose a wine that you would enjoy drinking on its own.
  • Don't be afraid to experiment: There are many different ways to make seafood bisque. Feel free to experiment with different ingredients and flavors to find a bisque that you love.

Conclusion:

Seafood bisque is a delicious and easy-to-make soup that is perfect for a special occasion or a weeknight meal. With its creamy texture, rich flavor, and beautiful presentation, seafood bisque is sure to impress your guests. So next time you're looking for a delicious and elegant soup, give seafood bisque a try. You won't be disappointed!

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