Best 2 Louisiana Crawfish Bisque Recipes

Louisiana crawfish bisque, a delectable and hearty soup, is a beloved dish that embodies the essence of Cajun and Creole cuisines. Originating from the vibrant state of Louisiana, this culinary masterpiece is a symphony of flavors, combining fresh crawfish, a medley of vegetables, and a rich broth infused with a captivating blend of herbs and spices. It's a dish that evokes memories of warm gatherings and celebrations, a testament to the richness of Louisiana's culinary heritage. Whether you're a seasoned home cook or a curious food enthusiast, embarking on a journey to create this tantalizing dish is an adventure that will reward you with a truly exceptional dining experience.

Here are our top 2 tried and tested recipes!

CRAWFISH BISQUE

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This is my Aunt TC's favorite soup, so you know I had to make it for her when I treated her and my mom to a day of pampering. I don't like to waste anything, so I use the crawfish shells to make a rich, flavorful broth for the base of the bisque. After one taste you'll realize it's worth the extra effort!

Provided by Kardea Brown

Categories main-dish

Time 1h15m

Yield 4 to 6 servings (about 6 3/4 cups)

Number Of Ingredients 20

Ingredients

6 pounds fresh or frozen cooked crawfish, thawed
1 carrot, cut into large pieces
1 stalk celery, cut into large pieces
1 yellow onion, cut into large pieces
2 bay leaves
6 thyme sprigs
2 tablespoons unsalted butter
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 small green bell pepper, chopped
1 stalk celery, chopped
1 yellow onion, chopped
1 medium tomato, chopped
1 tablespoon Cajun seasoning
1/4 cup all-purpose flour
2 tablespoons tomato paste
3 cups Crawfish Stock
1/4 cup dry sherry
1/2 cup heavy cream
Reserved crawfish meat
Chopped fresh flat-leaf parsley, for garnish, optional

Steps:

For the crawfish stock: Remove the meat from the crawfish tails and set aside. Place the shells and heads in a large stockpot. Add water to cover. Add the carrot, celery, onion, bay leaves, and thyme sprigs, and bring to a boil over high heat. Reduce the heat to low, and simmer for 30 minutes. Strain, reserving the stock.
For the bisque: Melt the butter in the oil in a Dutch oven over medium heat. Add the bell pepper, celery, onion, tomato, and Cajun seasoning and cook until softened, about 5 minutes. Stir in the flour and tomato paste and cook until bubbly and beginning to brown, about 2 minutes. Stir in the crawfish stock and sherry and cook until it evaporates, about 1 minute. Stir in the cream and bring to a boil. Reduce the heat and simmer for 10 minutes, or until the soup begins to thicken.
Use an immersion blender to puree the soup until smooth. Alternatively, use a standard blender and puree in batches. (Be sure to remove the lid cap to allow steam to escape.) Stir in the reserved crawfish meat and cook until heat through, 5 to 10 minutes.
Divide the bisque between serving bowls and garnish with parsley, if desired.

LOUISIANA CRAWFISH BISQUE

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My mom and I make this recipe and it always gets rave reviews. It's so creamy and hearty. Being from Louisiana, I am happy to be able to make a crawfish bisque better than any I've ever tried at any restaurant. Serve with French bread and a nice salad.

Provided by jennybird55

Categories Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes Soup Recipes Seafood

Time 35m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 12

Ingredients

½ cup butter
½ cup chopped onion
½ cup chopped green onion
1 pound crawfish tails
2 (10.75 ounce) cans cream of potato soup
1 (10.75 ounce) can cream of mushroom soup
1 (15 ounce) can yellow corn, drained
1 (14 ounce) can white corn, drained
1 (8 ounce) package cream cheese
1 pint half-and-half
3 tablespoons Creole seasoning (such as Tony Chachere's®)
salt and ground black pepper to taste

Steps:

Melt butter in a large pot over medium heat. Cook and stir chopped onion and green onion in melted butter until softened, about 5 minutes. Add crawfish tails, potato soup, mushroom soup, yellow corn, white corn, and cream cheese; cook and stir until cheese melts completely into mixture. Pour half-and-half into the pot; stir. Season with Creole seasoning, salt, and black pepper. Cook until hot, about 15 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 663.4 calories, Carbohydrate 46.7 g, Cholesterol 198.7 mg, Fat 45.3 g, Fiber 4.9 g, Protein 21.5 g, SaturatedFat 26.3 g, Sodium 2313.3 mg, Sugar 4.8 g

Tips:

Use fresh, live crawfish for the best flavor. If you can't find live crawfish, you can use frozen crawfish tails, but the flavor will not be as good.
Be sure to clean the crawfish thoroughly before cooking. Remove the heads, tails, and intestines. You can also devein the crawfish if you like, but this is not necessary.
Season the crawfish well with a variety of spices. This will help to bring out the flavor of the crawfish.
Cook the crawfish in a flavorful broth. This will help to infuse the crawfish with flavor.
Serve the crawfish bisque with a variety of sides, such as rice, bread, or salad.

Conclusion:

Crawfish bisque is a delicious and flavorful soup that is perfect for any occasion. It is relatively easy to make, and it is sure to be a hit with your family and friends. So next time you are looking for a delicious and easy soup recipe, give crawfish bisque a try. You won't be disappointed.