Description
Indulge in the comforting warmth of this Smooth and Creamy Shrimp and Corn Bisque Recipe, perfect for any occasion. This delightful bisque combines sweet corn with tender shrimp, creating a rich and velvety texture that will impress your guests while being easy enough for a weeknight dinner. Made dairy-free with coconut milk, it caters to various dietary needs without sacrificing flavor. In just 30 minutes, you can savor each satisfying spoonful of this nutritious dish, making it an ideal choice for those busy evenings or elegant gatherings alike.
Ingredients
- Ghee (or butter)
- Onion
- Celery
- Carrot
- Corn kernels (fresh or frozen)
- Garlic
- Arrowroot starch (or cornstarch)
- Sea salt
- Ground black pepper
- Paprika
- Dried thyme
- Tomato paste
- Chicken broth (or vegetable broth)
- Coconut milk
- Shrimp (peeled and deveined)
Instructions
- Heat ghee in a large Dutch oven over medium heat until melted.
- Sauté minced onion, chopped celery, carrot, and 1/2 cup corn for 2-3 minutes until tender. Add minced garlic and arrowroot starch; stir for 1 minute.
- Mix in sea salt, black pepper, paprika, thyme, and tomato paste; combine well.
- Gradually add chicken broth while stirring and let simmer for about 3 minutes until slightly thickened.
- Blend the soup until smooth using an immersion blender or regular blender.
- Return soup to heat; stir in coconut milk and remaining corn.
- Add shrimp and simmer for 4-5 minutes until shrimp are opaque.
- Serve hot, garnished with parsley or green onions if desired.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 120mg