Description
A rich and creamy Seafood Bisque featuring tender scallops, flaky cod, and succulent shrimp simmered in a flavorful broth with shallots, garlic, and fresh thyme, finished with a touch of heavy cream for a luxurious finish.
Ingredients
Scale
Seafood
- 1 lb fresh scallops
- 1 lb fresh cod fillets
- 1 lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined
Broth and Flavorings
- 4 cups vegetable broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 2 medium shallots, finely chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tbsp fresh thyme
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 tbsp butter
Instructions
- Sauté aromatics: In a large pot over medium heat, melt the butter and sauté the finely chopped shallots until they become translucent, about 5 minutes. Add the minced garlic and fresh thyme, cooking until fragrant to build the base flavor.
- Simmer broth: Pour the vegetable broth into the pot and bring it to a gentle simmer. Allow it to cook for about 10 minutes so the flavors meld together nicely.
- Cook seafood: Gently add the scallops, cod chunks, and shrimp to the simmering broth. Continue to simmer for another 5 minutes or until all the seafood is cooked through and tender.
- Add cream and season: Reduce the heat to low and stir in the heavy cream. Season the bisque with salt and pepper to taste, stirring gently to combine without boiling.
- Serve: Ladle the warm bisque into bowls and garnish with fresh thyme if desired. Serve immediately for best flavor and texture.
Notes
- Be careful not to overcook the seafood; it should remain tender and not rubbery.
- Use fresh seafood for the best flavor and texture in this bisque.
- For a richer bisque, consider blending a portion of the broth before adding the seafood.
- Garnish with fresh thyme or a drizzle of cream for an elegant presentation.
