Shrimp Bisque

Name: Shrimp Bisque
Prep time: 30 min
Total time: 30 min
Yield: 3 cups.
Cuisine: North America, Mexican
Ingredients: 1 small onion, chopped; 1 tablespoon olive oil; 2 garlic cloves, minced; 1 tablespoon all-purpose flour; 1 cup water; 1/2 cup heavy whipping cream; 1 tablespoon chili powder; 2 teaspoons sodium-free chicken bouillon granules; 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin; 1/2 teaspoon ground coriander; 1/2 pound uncooked medium shrimp, peeled and deveined; 1/2 cup sour cream; Fresh cilantro, cubed avocado and additonal shrimp, optional

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Prep/Total Time: 30 min.

Makes

3 cups

Updated: May. 24, 2023

I enjoy both Cajun and Mexican cuisine, and this rich, elegant soup combines the best of both. I serve it with a crispy green salad and glass of white wine for a simple but very special meal.—Karen Harris, Castle Rock, Colorado

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Ingredients

1 small onion, chopped
1 tablespoon olive oil
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 tablespoon all-purpose flour
1 cup water
1/2 cup heavy whipping cream
1 tablespoon chili powder
2 teaspoons sodium-free chicken bouillon granules
1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
1/2 teaspoon ground coriander
1/2 pound uncooked medium shrimp, peeled and deveined
1/2 cup sour cream
Fresh cilantro, cubed avocado and additonal shrimp, optional

Directions

In a small saucepan, saute onion in oil until tender. Add garlic; cook 1 minute longer. Stir in flour until blended. Stir in the water, cream, chili powder, bouillon, cumin and coriander; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 5 minutes.
Cut shrimp into bite-size pieces; add to soup. Simmer 5 minutes longer or until shrimp turn pink. Gradually stir 1/2 cup hot soup into sour cream; return all to the pan, stirring constantly. Heat through (do not boil). Garnish with cilantro, avocado and additional shrimp if desired.

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