Description
Indulge in the rich, velvety flavors of New Orleans Shrimp and Corn Bisque – a comforting and easy-to-make recipe that transports you to the heart of the Big Easy.
Ingredients
– 1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined
– 3 cups fresh or frozen corn kernels
– 1 onion, diced
– 2 cloves garlic, minced
– 3 cups chicken or vegetable broth
– 1 cup heavy cream
– 2 tablespoons butter
– 1 teaspoon Cajun seasoning
– 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
– Salt and black pepper to taste
Instructions
1. In a large pot or Dutch oven, melt the butter over medium heat.
2. Add the diced onion and minced garlic. Sauté for 3-4 minutes until fragrant and translucent.
3. Add the corn kernels and Cajun seasoning. Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes.
4. Pour in the broth and heavy cream. Bring the mixture to a simmer and let it cook for 10-12 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the corn is tender.
5. Using an immersion blender or a regular blender, blend the soup until smooth and creamy.
6. Add the peeled and deveined shrimp to the blended soup. Simmer for 5-7 minutes, or until the shrimp are cooked through.
7. Stir in the dried thyme and season with salt and black pepper to taste.
8. Serve the New Orleans Shrimp and Corn Bisque hot, garnished with fresh herbs, if desired. Enjoy!
Notes
For a thicker consistency, you can blend a portion of the soup and then stir it back into the remaining soup. You can also adjust the amount of cream to your desired level of richness.
- Prep Time: 15
- Cook Time: 25
- Category: Soups, Stews & Chili
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Cajun/Creole