Shrimp Bisque

Total Time Prep/Total Time: 30 min.
Yield 3 cups
Test Kitchen Approved
This shrimp bisque recipe has rave reviews, with many cooks calling it the best soup they've ever had. You won't believe how easy it is to make from scratch.

Ingredients

  • 1 small onion, chopped
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 2 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1 tablespoon all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup water
  • 1/2 cup heavy whipping cream
  • 1 tablespoon chili powder
  • 2 teaspoons sodium-free chicken bouillon granules
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground coriander
  • 1/2 pound uncooked shell-on shrimp (16-20 per pound)
  • 1/2 cup sour cream
  • Optional: Fresh cilantro, cubed avocado and additional shrimp

Directions

  1. In a small saucepan, saute onion in oil until tender. Add garlic; cook 1 minute longer. Stir in flour until blended. Stir in water, cream, chili powder, bouillon, cumin and coriander; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 5 minutes.
  2. Cut shrimp into bite-sized pieces; add to soup. Simmer 5 minutes longer or until shrimp turn pink. Gradually stir 1/2 cup hot soup into sour cream; return all to pan, stirring constantly. Heat through (do not boil). Garnish with cilantro, avocado and additional shrimp if desired.

Nutrition Facts

1 cup: 317 calories, 23g fat (11g saturated fat), 141mg cholesterol, 206mg sodium, 11g carbohydrate (4g sugars, 2g fiber), 17g protein.

I enjoy both Cajun and Mexican cuisine, and this rich, elegant soup combines the best of both. I serve it with a crispy green salad and glass of white wine for a simple but very special meal.—Karen Harris, Castle Rock, Colorado
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