New Orleans Shrimp and Corn Bisque
Indulge in a bowl of New Orleans Shrimp and Corn Bisque, a comforting blend of sweet corn, succulent shrimp, and rich spices. This creamy soup captures the essence of New Orleans with every spoonful, perfect for chilly evenings or festive gatherings. Easy to prepare and bursting with flavor, this bisque will transport you straight to the heart of Cajun cuisine.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: Cajun
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb large fresh shrimp, peeled
- 2 cups sweet corn (fresh or frozen)
- 1 medium yellow onion, finely chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 4 cups low-sodium chicken stock
- 2 tsp Cajun seasoning
- 2 tbsp olive oil
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Sauté chopped onions and minced garlic until translucent (3-4 minutes).
- Stir in sweet corn and cook for an additional 2 minutes to enhance sweetness.
- Add chicken stock and Cajun seasoning; bring to a gentle boil for about 5 minutes.
- Blend the mixture until smooth using an immersion blender; pulse for texture if desired.
- Lower the heat, add heavy cream and shrimp; cook until shrimp are pink and opaque (3-5 minutes).
- Adjust seasoning as needed, serve hot garnished with fresh herbs.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 27g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 160mg