Lobster Bisque

Ingredients

4 Tbsp. butter

2 Medium Potatoes, peeled, cleaned, and cubed

1 cup fresh mushrooms, chopped

1 stalk Celery, chopped

1 Medium Carrot, chopped

1/2 Onion, chopped

1 Tbsp. Smoked paprika

1/4 cup Flour

32 oz. or 4 cups Seafood Broth

1 1/2 cups Half and Half milk (or use Half whole milk/half heavy cream)

4 tsp. tomato paste

2 Tbsp. squeezed Lemon juice

2 or more Lobsters, cooked and cubed (you can use crab, shrimp, or salmon)

salt/pepper to taste

dill and green onion for the garnish (or your favorite herbs)

Instructions

In a large saucepan, melt the butter over medium-low heat. Add potatoes, mushrooms, celery, carrot, and onion. Cook and stir until tender, about 10 minutes.

Add smoked paprika and flour, mix well.

Stir in the Seafood broth, tomato paste, and lemon juice. Stir until well blended.

Blend in half-and-half milk.

Bring to a boil, then simmer for 15 to 20 minutes, until the potatoes are cooked.

Stir frequently until soup thickens.

Adjust the flavor with salt and pepper.

You can pour the mixture into the blender if you like.

Add the Lobster meat at the very end, simmer for 5 minutes until heated.

Garnish with fresh dill, chopped green onions, or your favorites!

Nutrition Information:

YIELD: 6 SERVING SIZE: 1

Frequently Asked Questions:

Can I use other seafood besides lobster in this recipe?

Yes, you can substitute lobster with other seafood like crab, shrimp, or salmon to make different variations of seafood bisque.

Adjust the cooking time as needed depending on the seafood you choose.

Is it necessary to use fresh lobster, or can I use pre-packaged or frozen lobster meat?

While fresh lobster is ideal, you can use pre-packaged or frozen lobster meat to save time and effort.

Just make sure to thaw and cook it according to the package instructions before adding it to the bisque.

Can I make this bisque in advance and reheat it later?

Yes, you can prepare the bisque in advance and store it in an airtight container in the refrigerator.

When reheating, do so gently over low to medium heat to prevent curdling, and adjust the seasoning if necessary.

What can I serve with lobster bisque as a side dish?

Lobster bisque pairs well with crusty bread, garlic bread, or oyster crackers.

A simple side salad or a seafood appetizer like shrimp cocktail can also complement the bisque.

Are there any vegetarian or vegan alternatives for this bisque?

To make a vegetarian or vegan version, you can replace the seafood with plant-based alternatives like tofu or king oyster mushrooms, and use vegetable broth and non-dairy milk or cream.