New Orleans Shrimp and Corn Bisque
New Orleans Shrimp and Corn Bisque is a heartwarming dish that perfectly captures the essence of Southern comfort food. This creamy bisque features succulent shrimp, sweet corn, and a blend of aromatic Cajun spices, making it an ideal choice for cozy evenings or festive gatherings. The addition of turkey bacon gives it a lighter twist without compromising on flavor, ensuring every spoonful is rich and satisfying. Whether served as an appetizer or a main course, this bisque is sure to impress your guests or offer you a comforting meal at home.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour
- Yield: Serves approximately 6 people 1x
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: Southern
Ingredients
Scale
- ½ pound turkey bacon
- 1 medium onion
- ½ bell pepper
- 2 stalks celery
- 4 cloves garlic
- ¼ cup sherry cooking wine
- 8 tablespoons butter
- ½ cup all-purpose flour
- 4 cups shrimp stock
- 1½ pounds medium raw shrimp
- 4 ears corn
- 2 cups heavy cream
Instructions
- Chop vegetables and season shrimp with Cajun seasoning.
- Cook turkey bacon until crispy in a large Dutch oven.
- Sauté chopped vegetables in the remaining bacon grease.
- Deglaze with sherry cooking wine and prepare the roux with butter and flour.
- Gradually whisk in stock and water, simmering for about 20 minutes.
- Add shrimp, corn, and warmed cream; cook until shrimp are pink.
- Adjust seasoning to taste before serving hot.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 890mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 17g
- Cholesterol: 200mg