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Creamy Cajun Lobster Bisque Recipe – Rich & Velvety

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Creamy Cajun Lobster Bisque Recipe is a rich, velvety seafood soup made with tender lobster, Cajun spices, and smooth cream. This restaurant-quality bisque delivers bold Southern flavor with elegant texture.

Ingredients

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  • 1 1/2 pounds lobster meat (from 3–4 lobster tails)
  • 3 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 1 small onion, finely chopped
  • 1 celery stalk, diced
  • 1/2 red bell pepper, diced
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tablespoon tomato paste
  • 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
  • 2 cups seafood or chicken broth
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1–2 teaspoons Cajun seasoning
  • Salt, to taste
  • Freshly ground black pepper, to taste

Instructions

  1. If using raw lobster tails, bring a pot of salted water to a gentle boil and cook for 5–7 minutes until shells turn bright red and meat is opaque (140–145°F internal temperature).
  2. Remove lobster from water, cool slightly, remove meat from shells, and chop into bite-sized pieces.
  3. In a large pot over medium heat, melt butter.
  4. Add onion, celery, and bell pepper. Sauté for 4–5 minutes until softened.
  5. Stir in garlic, tomato paste, and Cajun seasoning. Cook for 1–2 minutes until fragrant.
  6. Sprinkle flour over the mixture and stir continuously for 1–2 minutes to form a light roux.
  7. Gradually whisk in broth and simmer for 10–15 minutes until slightly thickened.
  8. Blend the soup using an immersion blender until smooth.
  9. Reduce heat to low, stir in heavy cream and chopped lobster meat.
  10. Simmer gently for 3–4 minutes, adjust seasoning, and serve warm.

Notes

  • Add lobster near the end of cooking to prevent overcooking.
  • For extra flavor, simmer lobster shells in broth before discarding.
  • Blend thoroughly for a silky texture or strain through a fine mesh sieve.
  • Adjust Cajun seasoning gradually to control spice level.
  • Store in the refrigerator for up to 3 days and reheat gently over low heat.

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