Jul 14 2026

Lobster Bisque Recipe

Time1h
Serves4

lobster claw

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Ingredients

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Main Ingredients

Garnish

Method

Preparation

  1. 1

    Prepare the Lobster

    In a large pot, melt 2 tablespoons of butter over medium heat. Add the lobster claws and cook, turning occasionally, for about 5-7 minutes or until the shells are bright red. Remove the claws and set aside to cool. Once cool, remove the meat from the claws and chop it into bite-sized pieces.

  2. 2

    Cook the Aromatics

    In the same pot, add the remaining 2 tablespoons of butter. Add the chopped shallots and garlic and sauté for about 3-4 minutes until the shallots are translucent and fragrant.

  3. 3

    Add Tomato Paste and Wine

    Stir in the tomato paste and cook for an additional 2 minutes. Pour in the dry white wine and bring the mixture to a simmer, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom of the pot.

  4. 4

    Add Stock and Herbs

    Add the fish stock and chopped thyme to the pot. Bring to a boil, then reduce the heat to low and let it simmer for about 20 minutes.

Finalizing the Bisque

  1. 5

    Blend the Mixture

    Using an immersion blender, puree the soup until smooth. Alternatively, you can carefully transfer the mixture to a blender and blend in batches.

  2. 6

    Add Cream and Lobster

    Return the pureed soup to the pot over low heat. Stir in the heavy cream and the reserved lobster meat. Simmer gently for an additional 5-10 minutes until heated through.

  3. 7

    Season the Bisque

    Taste the bisque and season with salt and black pepper to your liking.

  4. 8

    Serve

    Ladle the bisque into bowls and garnish with chopped chives and serve with lemon wedges on the side.

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