Gluten-Free Classic Lobster Bisque
Indulge in the rich, velvety flavors of this **Gluten-Free Classic Lobster Bisque**, a timeless seafood soup reimagined to suit gluten-free diets. Crafted from fresh, succulent lobster, aromatic vegetables, and a luxurious blend of cream and seafood stock, this dish boasts a delicate balance of indulgence and comfort. The unique addition of gluten-free cornstarch ensures the bisque achieves a silky smooth texture while remaining suitable for those with dietary restrictions. Simmered with fragrant bay leaves, white wine, and a hint of paprika, each bowl is brimming with gourmet flavor. Perfect as an elegant appetizer or a satisfying main course, this gluten-free lobster bisque is garnished with vibrant parsley for a restaurant-quality finish. Serve it at your next dinner party or enjoy it as a decadent treat any day of the week!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 (1.5 pounds each) Live Lobsters
- 4 tablespoons Butter
- 2 tablespoons Olive Oil
- 1 medium Onion, finely chopped
- 2 small Carrots, peeled and chopped
- 1 large Celery Stalk, chopped
- 3 Garlic Cloves, minced
- 2 tablespoons Tomato Paste
- 1 cup Dry White Wine
- 4 cups Seafood Stock
- 1 Bay Leaf
- 1 cup Heavy Cream
- 1 tablespoon Gluten-Free Cornstarch
- 1 tablespoon Water
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Freshly Ground Black Pepper
- 0.5 teaspoon Paprika
- 2 tablespoons Chopped Fresh Parsley
Instructions
Begin by boiling the lobsters. In a large pot, bring about 6 quarts of water to a boil. Add the lobsters headfirst and cover the pot. Cook for about 8 minutes, until they turn bright red. Remove the lobsters and set them aside to cool.
Once cool, crack the lobsters and remove the meat from the claws, tail, and knuckles. Chop the meat into bite-sized chunks and refrigerate. Save the shells separately.
In a large, heavy-bottomed pot, melt the butter with olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion, carrots, celery, and garlic. Sauté until the vegetables are softened, about 8-10 minutes.
Stir in the tomato paste and cook for 2 minutes. Add the lobster shells, white wine, seafood stock, and bay leaf. Bring to a boil, then reduce the heat to low and let it simmer uncovered for 45 minutes to 1 hour, allowing the flavors to develop.
Remove the pot from heat and strain the bisque into another large pot using a fine mesh strainer, pressing on the solids to extract as much liquid as possible. Discard the solids.
Return the bisque to a gentle simmer. Whisk together cornstarch and water in a small bowl to form a slurry. Stir the slurry into the bisque to thicken it slightly, simmering for about 5 more minutes.
Stir in the cream and season with salt, pepper, and paprika. Add in the reserved lobster meat and simmer just until heated through, about 3-5 minutes.
Serve hot, garnished with fresh parsley.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2947 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 169.4 g | 217% | |
| Saturated Fat | 81.0 g | 405% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 4.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 1324 mg | 441% | |
| Sodium | 9549 mg | 415% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 50.0 g | 18% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 9.5 g | 34% | |
| Total Sugars | 17.6 g | ||
| Protein | 232.2 g | 464% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.2 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 1573 mg | 121% | |
| Iron | 9.1 mg | 51% | |
| Potassium | 4928 mg | 105% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
