Lobster Bisque Recipe

Preparation

1. 1

   Cook the Lobster

   In a large pot, bring water to boil. Add the lobster tails and cook for about 6-8 minutes until they turn bright red. Remove from pot, let cool, and then remove the meat from the shells, chop into bite-sized pieces, and set aside.

2. 2

   Sauté Vegetables

   In the same pot, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the chopped onion, celery, carrot, and minced garlic. Sauté for about 5 minutes until the vegetables are softened.

3. 3

   Add Tomato Paste

   Stir in the tomato paste and cook for another 2-3 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld.

4. 4

   Add Stock and Wine

   Pour in the fish or seafood stock and white wine. Add the bay leaves, thyme, salt, and black pepper. Bring to a simmer and let it cook for about 20 minutes.

5. 5

   Blend the Soup

   Remove the bay leaves from the pot. Using an immersion blender, blend the soup until smooth. If using a regular blender, allow the soup to cool slightly before blending in batches.

6. 6

   Add Cream and Lobster

   Stir in the heavy cream and add the chopped lobster meat back into the soup. Simmer for an additional 5 minutes to heat through.

7. 7

   Garnish and Serve

   Ladle the bisque into bowls and garnish with chopped chives. Serve hot.