New Orleans Shrimp and Corn Bisque
This New Orleans Shrimp and Corn Bisque is rich, creamy, and packed with tender shrimp, sweet corn, and Cajun spice.
Course: MainCuisine: CajunDifficulty: Medium
Servings
4
servingsPrep time
30
minutesCooking time
40
minutesCalories
300
kcalTotal time
1
hour10
minutesIngredients
1 pound shrimp, peeled and deveined
1/4 cup butter
1 cup corn kernels
1 cup heavy cream
2 cups shrimp stock
1 medium onion, chopped
2 cloves garlic, minced
1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
1/4 cup flour
1 tablespoon olive oil
1/4 cup green onions, chopped
Directions
- In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add the onion and garlic, cooking for about 5 minutes until softened.
- Stir in the butter, allowing it to melt before adding the flour. Cook the flour mixture for about 2 minutes.
- Gradually whisk in the shrimp stock, ensuring there are no lumps in the mixture while it thickens.
- Add the corn kernels, cayenne pepper, salt, and black pepper, stirring to combine all ingredients evenly.
- Pour in the heavy cream, bring the mixture to a simmer, and cook for about 10 minutes for the flavors to meld.
- Add the shrimp to the pot, cooking until they turn pink and are cooked through, approximately 5 minutes.
- Garnish with chopped green onions before serving, ensuring a fresh, vibrant finish to the bisque.
Nutrition Facts
- Total number of serves: 4
- Calories: 250kcal
- Cholesterol: 0mg
- Sodium: 620mg
- Potassium: 400mg
- Sugar: 8g
- Protein: 6g
- Calcium: 60mg
- Iron: 2mg
Bring a taste of Louisiana to your kitchen with this hearty New Orleans Shrimp and Corn Bisque. A velvety base of cream, shrimp stock, and butter carries the sweet crunch of corn and the bold zip of cayenne. It’s finished with plump shrimp and green onions for a soul-satisfying Southern spoonful.
