Maine Lobster Bisque

Maine Lobster Bisque is a rich and creamy seafood soup that captures the essence of the Atlantic coast. This kosher version highlights the sweet and delicate flavors of fresh lobster, combined with aromatic vegetables and a hint of sherry for depth.

Ingredients

• Lobster tails - 2 (about 225 grams total)
• Olive oil - 1 tablespoon
• Shallots - 2, finely chopped
• Carrot - 1, diced
• Celery - 1 stalk, diced
• Garlic - 2 cloves, minced
• Tomato paste - 1 tablespoon
• Dry sherry - 1/4 cup
• Fish stock - 2 cups
• Coconut milk - 1/2 cup
• Fresh thyme - 1 teaspoon, chopped
• Salt - to taste
• Black pepper - to taste
• Fresh parsley - for garnish, chopped

Steps

1. In a large pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the shallots, carrot, and celery, and sauté until softened, about 5 minutes.
2. Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional 1 minute until fragrant.
3. Add the tomato paste and cook for another 2 minutes, stirring frequently.
4. Pour in the dry sherry and deglaze the pot by scraping up any bits stuck to the bottom. Allow it to simmer for 3-4 minutes.
5. Add the fish stock and thyme, then bring the mixture to a gentle simmer. Let it cook for about 15 minutes.
6. While the bisque simmers, prepare the lobster tails by boiling them for 5-7 minutes until cooked through. Remove the meat from the shells and chop it into bite-sized pieces.
7. Once the bisque has simmered, add the coconut milk and season with salt and black pepper to taste. Blend the soup until smooth using an immersion blender or regular blender.
8. Stir in the lobster meat and heat through for an additional 2-3 minutes.
9. Serve the bisque hot, garnished with fresh parsley.

Nutrition

• Calories: 320
• Protein: 28 g
• Carbs: 15 g
• Fiber: 2 g
• Sugar: 3 g
• Sodium: 600 mg
• Cholesterol: 70 mg
• Total Fat: 18 g
• Saturated Fat: 8 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
• Water: 0.4 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in protein, supporting muscle health.
• Contains healthy fats from coconut milk, promoting heart health.

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