Ingredients
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- 1 lb large fresh shrimp (peeled and deveined)
- 2 cups sweet corn (fresh or frozen)
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 medium onion (finely chopped)
- 3 cloves garlic (minced)
- 4 cups low-sodium vegetable broth
- 1/4 tsp cayenne pepper (adjust to taste)
- 1 tsp thyme (fresh or dried)
- 2 tbsp butter
Instructions
- In a large pot over medium heat, melt the butter and sauté the chopped onion until soft and translucent (about 5 minutes).
- Add minced garlic, thyme, and cayenne pepper; stir for one minute until fragrant.
- Pour in the vegetable broth and add sweet corn. Bring to a gentle boil and let simmer for about 10 minutes.
- Stir in fresh shrimp and heavy cream; cook for an additional 5 minutes until the shrimp are pink and fully cooked.
- For extra creaminess, use an immersion blender to blend part of the bisque while leaving some chunks for texture.
- Serve hot in bowls, garnishing with fresh herbs if desired.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 590mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 16g
- Cholesterol: 170mg
Keywords: Feel free to substitute shrimp with crab for a different twist. Add fresh herbs like cilantro for an extra flavor boost. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to three days; reheat gently on low heat.