Description
This Shrimp Corn Bisque is a creamy and comforting soup that combines sweet corn, succulent shrimp, and aromatic spices in a rich broth. Perfect for a cozy meal, this bisque balances flavors beautifully and comes together quickly in just 35 minutes.
Ingredients
Scale
Seafood
- 1 lb shrimp, peeled and deveined
Vegetables
- 2 cups corn kernels
- 1 onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
Liquids
- 4 cups vegetable broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
Oils & Spices
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Heat oil: Warm the olive oil in a pot over medium heat to prepare for sautéing the aromatic ingredients.
- Sauté aromatics: Add the chopped onion and minced garlic to the pot and cook until they become soft and fragrant, creating the flavor base for the bisque.
- Cook corn: Stir in the corn kernels and cook for 5 minutes to slightly soften the corn and enhance its sweetness.
- Add broth: Pour in the vegetable broth and bring the mixture to a boil to start blending the flavors and creating the soup base.
- Cook shrimp: Add the peeled and deveined shrimp to the boiling broth and cook until the shrimp turn pink and are cooked through.
- Add cream and spices: Stir in the heavy cream, paprika, and season with salt and pepper to taste to enrich the bisque with creaminess and a gentle smoky flavor.
- Simmer bisque: Let the soup simmer gently for 10 minutes to allow all flavors to meld together beautifully.
- Garnish and serve: Just before serving, sprinkle fresh chopped parsley on top for a fresh herbal finish and serve warm.
Notes
- Use fresh or frozen shrimp for best results; adjust cooking time if shrimp are larger or smaller.
- For a smoother bisque, blend the soup after cooking the corn and before adding shrimp.
- Adjust cream quantity for desired thickness and richness.
- Vegetable broth can be substituted with chicken broth if preferred.
- Serve with crusty bread or crackers for a hearty meal.
