Red Lobster Bisque Recipe

If you are a fan of seafood then you are going to love this Red Lobster Bisque Recipe. This is a super tasty and luxurious meal to whip up, it’s a rich meal with a creamy and savory base that will leave you very satisfied.

I made this meal on a special occasion for me and my husband and we both loved it. It’s a relatively easy dish to make and only takes roughly 80 mins to prepare and cook.

Lobster can be quite expensive so I only have this meal on an occasion like when I was celebrating my and my husband’s anniversary, so you can make this if you have a reason to celebrate and enjoy it with a cold glass of wine.

This Red Lobster Bisque Recipe dish is tasty and full of protein so if you are trying to put some muscle on then I recommend making this.

I’ve shared a few seafood-based recipes on my blog such as Shrimp Scampi Fritta and Texas Roadhouse Salmon Recipe but this is the most luxurious one.

Why you should try this Red Lobster Bisque Recipe

This Red Lobster Bisque recipe is perfect for seafood lovers looking to try a new dish out. Whether you’re hosting a dinner party or simply treating yourself to a gourmet meal, this dish is sure to impress anyone who tries it.

I personally love this dish as it’s easy to make and super tasty, the flavor of the soup tastes amazing due to the ingredients and the Lobster flavor being soaked up.

This dish isn’t too versatile and if you feel like it’s not enough for you, you could have some crackers with the meal and dip it in the bisque.

Ingredients

• 2 whole lobsters
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 onion, chopped
• 2 carrots, chopped
• 2 celery stalks, chopped
• 4 garlic cloves, minced
• 2 tablespoons tomato paste
• 1/4 cup brandy
• 4 cups seafood stock
• 1 cup heavy cream
• 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
• Salt and pepper to taste
• Fresh parsley for garnish

How to Make Red Lobster Bisque Recipe

Step 1:

Boil the lobsters in water for 8-10 minutes until they turn red. Let them cool, then take out the meat and keep the shells.

Step 2:

In a big pot, heat some olive oil. Add chopped onion, carrots, celery, and garlic. Cook for 5-7 minutes until they are soft.

Step 3:

Add the tomato paste and cook for 2 minutes. Pour in the brandy and let it cook for 1 minute.

Step 4:

Add the seafood stock and the lobster shells. Let it boil, then simmer for 30-40 minutes.

Step 5:

Let the broth cool a bit and blend it until smooth. Make sure you also strain it to remove any bits.

Step 6:

Put the strained soup back in the pot. Add the cream, cayenne pepper, salt, and pepper.

Step 7:

Add the lobster meat and heat for 5 minutes. Garnish with parsley on top and serve.

Tips

1. If you are looking for the best flavor try your best to get fresh and high-quality ingredients, as this would result in a richer and flavorful dish.
2. The Lobster Shells are full of flavor so you could leave it in the bisque for a while so the flavors soak up a bit more.
3. If you are preparing leftover bisque you want to make sure to boil it at a low temperature, if you overcook the bisque the texture could be strange.
4. You can add fresh parsley for extra flavor to your bisque. Feel free to be creative and try different garnishes to make the recipe taste even better.

What pairs with this Red Lobster Bisque Recipe

This Red Lobster Bisque Recipe can easily be paired with many different sides such as Oyster Crackers or Black Garlic Bread.

If you are having a classy night you could also have this recipe with a cold glass of Chardonnay or Sauvignon Blanc.

You can always try and pair it with whatever sides you fancy, who knows you may find an amazing matchup.

FAQ

Can I use frozen lobster tails instead of whole lobsters?

While fresh lobster is obviously the best option as it adds an extra flavor, frozen lobster tails will work just fine in this recipe.

Can I make this bisque ahead of time?

Yes, you can prepare the recipe up to a day in advance and store it in the fridge.

I don’t have brandy, can I use something else?

If you don’t have brandy at home, you can use dry white wine or sherry for a different flavor.

Conclusion

Now you know how to make this luxurious Red Lobster Bisque recipe you can easily make it for any celebration you have in mind.

A meal like this in a restaurant is super expensive but you can easily make this tasty meal in the comfort of your own home.

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Red Lobster Bisque Recipe

Recipe by JuliaCourse: SoupsCuisine: AmericanDifficulty: Medium

Servings

5

servings

Prep time

20

minutes

Cooking time

1

hour 

Calories

300

kcal

Total time

1

hour 

20

minutes

Indulge in the rich and flavorful taste of the Red Lobster bisque recipe that is sure to impress your taste buds.

Ingredients

• 2 whole lobsters

• 2 tablespoons olive oil

• 1 onion, chopped

• 2 carrots, chopped

• 2 celery stalks, chopped

• 4 garlic cloves, minced

• 2 tablespoons tomato paste

• 1/4 cup brandy

• 4 cups seafood stock

• 1 cup heavy cream

• 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper

• Salt and pepper to taste

• Fresh parsley for garnish

Directions

• Boil the lobsters in water for 8-10 minutes until they turn red. Let them cool, then take out the meat and keep the shells.
• In a big pot, heat some olive oil. Add chopped onion, carrots, celery, and garlic. Cook for 5-7 minutes until they are soft.
• Add the tomato paste and cook for 2 minutes. Pour in the brandy and let it cook for 1 minute.
• Add the seafood stock and the lobster shells. Let it boil, then simmer for 30-40 minutes.
• Let the broth cool a bit and blend it until smooth. Make sure you also strain it to remove any bits.
• Put the strained soup back in the pot. Add the cream, cayenne pepper, salt, and pepper.
• Add the lobster meat and heat for 5 minutes. Garnish with parsley on top and serve.

Notes

• If you are looking for the best flavor try your best to get fresh and high-quality ingredients, as this would result in a richer and flavorful dish.
• The Lobster Shells are full of flavor so you could leave it in the bisque for a while so the flavors soak up a bit more.
• If you are preparing leftover bisque you want to make sure to boil it at a low temperature, if you overcook the bisque the texture could be strange.
• You can add fresh parsley for extra flavor to your bisque. Feel free to be creative and try different garnishes to make the recipe taste even better.