How to Make Langostino Bisque - A Step-by-Step Guide

Langostino bisque is a luxurious and flavorful soup that is perfect for a special occasion or a cozy night in. This creamy and rich soup is made with langostino, a type of shellfish that resembles a small lobster, and is known for its sweet and delicate flavor. The bisque is traditionally made with a base of langostino stock, heavy cream, and aromatics, creating a velvety smooth texture and a depth of flavor that is sure to impress any seafood lover.

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Ingredients

  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • 1 medium sweet onion, coarsely chopped
  • 1 cup chicken bone broth
  • 1 cup clam juice
  • ½ cup coarsely chopped fresh mushrooms
  • ½ cup coarsely chopped celery with leaves
  • ½ cup coarsely chopped carrots
  • ½ cup coarsely chopped red bell pepper
  • ½ teaspoon ground Aleppo pepper, or more to taste
  • ¼ teaspoon salt, or more to taste
  • ¼ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
  • 1 (12 ounce) package frozen pre-cooked langostinos (such as Trader Joe's®), thawed, divided
  • 1 cup heavy whipping cream
  • ½ cup Marsala wine
  • 1 cup croutons

Information

  • Prep Time: 15 mins
  • Cook Time: 35 mins
  • Total Time: 50 mins
  • Servings: 6

  • Melt butter in a soup pot over medium heat. Add onion and sauté until translucent, 3 to 5 minutes. Add bone broth, clam juice, mushrooms, celery, carrots, bell pepper, 1/2 teaspoon Aleppo pepper, 1/4 teaspoon salt, and black pepper. Stir in 1/3 of the langostino tails; bring to a boil.
  • Reduce heat and simmer for 20 minutes. Remove from the heat and use an immersion blender to puree until smooth. Add cream, Marsala wine, and remaining langostino tails.
  • Return to the stove over low and heat until flavors have blended, about 5 minutes; do not boil.
  • Taste and season as needed with salt and Aleppo pepper.
  • Ladle into bowls and garnish with croutons.
  • Nutrition

    294 cal.

    • Total Fat: 20g
    • Saturated Fat: 12g
    • Cholesterol: 142mg
    • Sodium: 511mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 12g
    • Dietary Fiber: 1g
    • Protein: 12g
    • Potassium: 428mg