Perfect Lobster Bisque Recipe

This lobster bisque recipe is smooth, velvety, and full of irresistible lobster flavor.

What Is Lobster Bisque?

Lobster bisque is a rich, creamy French soup made with lobster meat, cream, and either a broth or stock base.

How to Make Lobster Bisque

Below is a step-by-step guide for preparing a luxurious homemade lobster bisque. Heres a quick overview of the process:

• Cook the vegetables in butter until they become tender.
• Add broth and seasonings, then let the mixture simmer.
• Blend the mixture with a portion of the lobster meat until smooth.
• Return it to the pot, then stir in half-and-half, wine, and the rest of the lobster meat.
• Simmer over low heat, stirring regularly, until the soup thickens.

Lobster Bisque Ingredients

• 3 tablespoons butter
• cup chopped fresh mushrooms
• 2 tablespoons chopped onion
• 2 tablespoons chopped celery
• 2 tablespoons chopped carrot
• 1 (14.5 ounce) can chicken broth
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1 teaspoon cayenne pepper
• 1 cups half-and-half
• cup dry white wine (such as pinot grigio)
• pound cooked lump lobster meat

Directions

1. In a large saucepan, melt the butter over medium-low heat.
2. Add the mushrooms, onion, celery, and carrot to the saucepan. Cook, stirring occasionally, until the vegetables are tender, about 10 minutes.
3. Pour in the chicken broth and season with salt and cayenne pepper. Bring to a boil, then reduce the heat and simmer for 10 minutes.
4. Transfer the vegetable and broth mixture to a blender. Add cup of the lobster meat and blend until smooth. Return the mixture to the saucepan.
5. Stir in the half-and-half, white wine, and remaining lobster meat. Cook over low heat, stirring frequently, until the bisque thickens, about 30 minutes.
6. Serve hot and enjoy!

What to Serve with Lobster Bisque

For a complete meal, pair this lobster bisque with any of the following side dishes:

• French Bread
• Classic Restaurant Caesar Salad
• Grilled Cheese Sandwich

Tips and Praise from the Community

This was amazing and so good, says L Chichelli. I served the soup in a bread bowl with a side salad and it became a whole meal.

I made this soup for Mother's Day with lobster rolls and my family loved it, shares PBO. I made a few adjustments I doubled the recipe and used brandy and sherry instead of white wine.

Im a lobster bisque fanatic, says Smanney. I try it at every restaurant I visit, and this is one of the best Ive ever tasted.

Nutrition Facts (Per Serving)

• Calories: 191
• Total Fat: 13g (17% Daily Value)
• Saturated Fat: 8g (40% Daily Value)
• Cholesterol: 66mg (22% Daily Value)
• Sodium: 554mg (24% Daily Value)
• Total Carbohydrate: 5g (2% Daily Value)
• Dietary Fiber: 0g (1% Daily Value)
• Total Sugars: 1g
• Protein: 10g (20% Daily Value)
• Vitamin C: 1mg (1% Daily Value)
• Calcium: 97mg (7% Daily Value)
• Iron: 0mg (2% Daily Value)
• Potassium: 263mg (6% Daily Value)

Note: Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.