Shrimp Bisque Recipe
Basil oil, crispy shallot, sourdough
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Ingredients
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Shrimp Bisque Base
Basil Oil
Crispy Shallots
Sourdough Bread
Method
Shrimp Bisque Base
- 1
- 2
- 3
Add Tomato Paste
Stir in the tomato paste and cook for an additional 2 minutes.
- 4
Add Stock and Cream
Pour in the fish stock and bring to a boil. Reduce heat and stir in heavy cream, salt, black pepper, and cayenne pepper. Simmer for 15 minutes.
- 5
Blend and Add Shrimp
Using an immersion blender, blend the bisque until smooth. Add the sautéed shrimp and chopped fresh basil, stirring to combine. Cook for an additional 5 minutes to heat the shrimp through.
Basil Oil
- 6
Blend Basil Oil
In a blender, combine fresh basil leaves and olive oil. Blend until smooth. Add salt to taste and blend again. Strain through a fine mesh sieve to remove solids.
Crispy Shallots
- 7
Fry Shallots
In a small saucepan, heat oil over medium heat. Add thinly sliced shallots and fry until golden brown and crispy, about 5-7 minutes. Remove shallots and drain on paper towels.
Sourdough Bread
- 8
Toast Sourdough
Toast the sourdough slices until golden brown. You can use a toaster or a skillet for this.
