Caramelized Shallot & Roasted Garlic Lobster Bisque

Name: Caramelized Shallot & Roasted Garlic Lobster Bisque
Yield: Makes 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 lb shallots, sliced; 4 tablespoons butter; 1 tablespoon olive oil; 4 ribs celery, chopped; 2 large carrots, chopped; 1 large white onion, diced; 3 fresh thyme sprigs; 1 teaspoon chopped fresh tarragon; 1 teaspoon chopped fresh flat-leaf parsley; 1 head Perfect Roasted Garlic; 2 teaspoons salt; 1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper; 4 tablespoons tomato paste; ¼ cup all-purpose flour; 2 cups white wine; 6 cups Seafood Stock; 2 teaspoons Old Bay Seasoning; 1 teaspoon WhiteSpice (substitution); 1 teaspoon CajunSpice (substitution); 2 bay leaves; 4 lobster tails (½ lb each), shelled and cubed; 1 cup heavy cream; Minced chives for garnish

Preparation info

Makes
4
servings

Difficulty
Easy

Appears in

Tastemaker

By Scot Louie

Published 2024

About

This bisque was a game changer for me when I first tasted it. The sweetness of the caramelized shallot combined with the sweet and nutty flavor of the roasted garlic takes this bisque to higher heights. Enjoy with a slice of toasted baguette or crunchy croutons.

Ingredients

For the Caramelized Shallots

8 tablespoons butter
3 tablespoons olive oil
1

Starter
Fish course
Pescatarian
Soup

Method

To make the caramelized shallots, in large skillet over medium heat, melt the butter and olive oil. Add the shallots and sugar. Mix well. Cook, stirring occasionally, for 35–40 minutes, until the shallots are softened and caramel in color. Set aside.

To make the bisque, in a large pot over medium heat, melt the butter and olive oil. Add the celery, carrots, onion, thyme, tarragon, and p