creamy crawfish bisque

48 Pinches 4 Photos
Waco, TX
Updated on Feb 5, 2016

Velvety smooth Crawfish Bisque! Can be prepared with lobster tails as well.

prep time 20 Min
cook time 30 Min
method Stove Top
yield 8-10 serving(s)

Ingredients

  • 4 tablespoons butter, unsalted
  • 1 bunch green onion
  • 1 cup onions, diced
  • 1 cup red bell pepper
  • 3 cups heavy whipping cream
  • 3 cups half and half
  • 2 cups chicken or seafood stock
  • 1 tablespoon tomato paste
  • 2 pounds crawfish tails
  • 1 tablespoon creole seasoning
  • 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
  • 1 - thyme, leaves
  • 1 - bay leaf
  • 1 - lemon zest, grated

How To Make creamy crawfish bisque

  • Step 1
    Saute diced onion, red bell pepper, and green onions in melted butter until soft. Add Crawfish tails and simmer, remove from heat.
  • Step 2
    Add in tomato paste and stock, whisk together well. Slowly add heavy whipping cream, half and half while whisking on low heat.
  • Step 3
    Add Crawfish mixture and seasonings. Simmer and stir until mixture is thickened. Serve with lemon zest and a side of french bread for dipping! Tres Bien!

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