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Lobster Bisque

A creamy, rich lobster bisque that captures the essence of the sea, perfect for impressing guests or indulging at home.
Prep Time15 minutes
Cook Time30 minutes
Total Time45 minutes
Course: Main
Cuisine: American
Keyword: Easy
Servings: 4 servings

Ingredients

Lobster

  • 4 tails lobster tails, thawed if frozen

Seasoning

  • ½ tablespoon salt
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil

Aromatics

  • 1 medium onion, finely chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 cup carrots, diced
  • 1 cup celery, diced

Liquids

  • ½ cup dry Apple cider (or a splash of lemon juice)
  • 4 cups seafood stock or water
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1 tablespoon tomato paste
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika

Garnish

  • fresh parsley, chopped for garnish
  • freshly cracked black pepper to taste

Instructions

  • Step 1: Prepare the lobster tails by cutting through the shell and chopping the meat into bite-sized pieces. Reserve the shells.
  • Step 2: In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium heat. Sauté the onion for 5 minutes, then add garlic, carrots, and celery, cooking for another 5-7 minutes.
  • Step 3: Add the reserved lobster shells to the pot and stir for 1-2 minutes. Pour in the Apple cider or lemon juice and simmer until reduced by half.
  • Step 4: Add seafood stock or water, tomato paste, salt, and smoked paprika. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 30 minutes.
  • Step 5: Strain the soup through a fine-mesh sieve, discarding solids. Return the liquid to the pot.
  • Step 6: Stir in heavy cream and heat gently. Add chopped lobster meat and warm for 5 minutes.
  • Step 7: Adjust seasoning with salt and black pepper. Optionally add more smoked paprika or lemon juice.

Equipment

  • Large Pot
  • Fine Mesh Sieve
  • Kitchen Scissors

Notes

For added depth, roast lobster shells before use. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days or freeze for 3 months.