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Elegant lobster bisque served in a white bowl with cream swirl, luxury soup recipe.

Lobster & Shrimp Bisque (Luxurious Seafood Soup)

An indulgent and velvety bisque featuring tender lobster and shrimp in a rich, flavorful seafood stock base, enhanced with tomato paste and smoky paprika, finished with creamy coconut milk or heavy cream. Perfect for an elegant dinner that impresses yet comforts.

  • Total Time: 45 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x

Ingredients

Scale
  • 2 lobster tails (meat removed, shells reserved)
  • ½ lb (≈225 g) shrimp, peeled and deveined
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 medium onion, finely chopped
  • 2 celery stalks, finely chopped
  • 1 carrot, peeled and chopped
  • 3 garlic cloves, minced
  • 2 tablespoons tomato paste
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 4 cups seafood or fish stock (homemade or high quality)
  • 1 can full-fat coconut milk or plant-based cream (or heavy cream for dairy version)
  • Salt and black pepper, to taste
  • Fresh chives or tarragon, chopped for garnish

Instructions

  • Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add onion, celery, and carrot; sauté until softened and aromatic, about 5 minutes.
  • Stir in garlic and cook for 1 more minute.
  • Add lobster shells to the pot, toasting slightly for 2 minutes. Stir in tomato paste and smoked paprika; cook for another minute to deepen flavor.
  • Pour in seafood stock and bring to a simmer. Let simmer gently for 20 minutes to infuse the flavors from the shells.
  • While stock simmers, sauté shrimp in a separate pan until just pink; set aside. Remove lobster meat from tails and set aside.
  • Strain the stock through a fine sieve to remove shells and vegetable bits; return the liquid to the pot.
  • Stir in coconut milk or cream, then add lobster meat and shrimp. Warm gently over low heat (avoid boiling) until heated through.
  • Season with salt and pepper to taste. Serve hot, garnished with fresh chives or tarragon and an optional swirl of cream.

Notes

  • For a deeper flavor, roast lobster shells in the oven before adding to the pot.
  • Can substitute shrimp with scallops or additional lobster meat for a seafood medley.
  • Use homemade seafood stock if possible for best richness.
  • Serve with crusty bread or garlic crostini for an elegant touch.
  • Leftovers freeze well, but add seafood fresh when reheating.
  • Author: Natalie
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Sautéing
  • Cuisine: French
  • Diet: Gluten Free

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 bowl (approx. 1½ cups)
  • Calories: 320
  • Sugar: 4g
  • Sodium: 550mg
  • Fat: 20g
  • Saturated Fat: 8g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 12g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 12g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 25g
  • Cholesterol: 110mg

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