Indulge in a delightful culinary journey with our seafood bisque recipes, inspired by the iconic "Al the Soup Nazi" from the renowned TV show "Seinfeld". These bisques are not just ordinary soups; they are symphonies of flavors that dance on your palate. Dive into the classic Seafood Bisque, a harmonious blend of succulent seafood, aromatic vegetables, and a luscious, creamy broth. If you prefer a touch of spice, the Spicy Seafood Bisque will awaken your senses with its vibrant blend of chili peppers and zesty spices. For a creamy delight, the Creamy Seafood Bisque envelops you in a velvety embrace, thanks to its rich infusion of cream and decadent flavors. And for those with dietary restrictions, the Gluten-Free Seafood Bisque offers a delicious alternative without compromising on taste. Ready your taste buds for an extraordinary seafood bisque experience that will transport you to culinary heaven.
Here are our top 3 tried and tested recipes!
AL YEGANEH'S (SOUP NAZI'S) SEAFOOD BISQUE
Steps:
- 1. Combine the white wine, bay leaf, onion, garlic and celery in a large stock pot over medium heat. Biol. Add the lobster, cover the pot and steam for 10 minutes. Remove the lobster, set aside and cool. 2. Add the shrimps to the boiling broth, cover the pot and steam for 5 minutes. Remove the shrimps with tongs, set aside and cool. 3. Add the mussels, cover the pot and steam until they open, about 5 minutes. Remove the mussels with the tongs, extract the meat and discard the shells. 4. Add 2 cups of water to the liquid in the pot, bring to a boil and add the scallops. Cover the pot, and steam for 3 minutes. Remove the scallops with the tongs. 5. Extract the lobster meat, reserving the shells. Peel and devein the shrimps, reserving the shells. Chop the meat into bite-size pieces, cover and set aside. 6. Return the lobster and shrimp shells to the broth and add 2 more cups of water. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to simmer for 30 minutes. Strain the broth and return it to the pot. Discard shells. 7. Bring the broth to a simmer over low heat. Add the cream, milk and herbs and simmer until mixture thickens slightly, about 5 minutes. Add the seafood and simmer for 2 minutes. Stir in the spinach and carrots and simmer another 2 minutes to just wilt the spinach. Season with salt, pepper, and lemon juice. Serve hot.
THE SOUP NAZI'S CRAB BISQUE
This is the soup Jerry orders in the show (Seinfeld) and it is the most requested Soup Nazi clone.
Provided by Vicki Butts (lazyme)
Categories Fish Soups
Time 5h20m
Number Of Ingredients 17
Steps:
- 1. Remove all the crab meat from the shells and set it aside.
- 2. Put half of the shells into a large pot with 4 quarts of water over high heat. Add onion 1 stalk of chopped celery, and garlic, then bring mixture to a boil.
- 3. Continue to boil for 1 hour, stirring occasionally (The white part of the shells will start to become transparent), then strain stock. Discard the shells, onion, celery and garlic, keeping only the stock.
- 4. Measure 3 quarts (12 cups) of the stock into a large sauce pan or cooking pot. If you don't have enough stock, add enough water to make 3 quarts.
- 5. Add potatoes, bring mixture to a boil, then add 1/2 of the crab and the remaining ingredients to the pot and bring it back to boiling.
- 6. Reduce heat and simmer for 4 hours, uncovered until it reduces by about half and starts to thicken.
- 7. Add the remaining crab and simmer for another hour until the soup is very thick.
SOUP NAZI'S SEAFOOD BISQUE
This recipe is from that lovable NY "Soup Nazi", Al Yeganeh. "Customer Rules: Pick the soup you want, have your money ready and move to the extreme left after ordering!"
Provided by quotFoodThe Way To
Categories Lobster
Time 1h30m
Yield 6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 18
Steps:
- Combine the white wine, bay leaf, onion, garlic and celery in a large
- stock pot over medium heat. Boil. Add the lobster, cover the pot.
- and steam for 10 minutes. Remove the lobster, set aside and cool.
- Add the shrimps to the boiling broth, cover the pot and steam for
- 5 minutes. Remove the shrimps with tongs, set aside and cool.
- Add the mussels, cover the pot and steam until they open,
- about 5 minutes. Remove the mussels with the tongs,.
- extract the meat and discard the shells.
- Add 2 cups of water to the liquid in the pot, bring to a boil and
- add the scallops. Cover the pot, and steam for 3 minutes.
- Remove the scallops with the tongs.
- Extract the lobster meat, reserving the shells. Peel and devein the
- shrimps, reserving the shells. Chop the meat into bite-size pieces,
- cover and set aside.
- Return the lobster and shrimp shells to the broth and add 2 more
- cups of water. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to simmer for
- 30 minutes. Strain the broth and return it to the pot. Discard shells.
- Bring the broth to a simmer over low heat. Add the cream, milk and
- herbs and simmer until mixture thickens slightly, about 5 minutes.
- Add the seafood and simmer for 2 minutes. Stir in the spinach and
- carrots and simmer another 2 minutes to just wilt the spinach.
- Season with salt, pepper, and lemon juice. Serve hot.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 851.2, Fat 63.2, SaturatedFat 38, Cholesterol 376.9, Sodium 691.3, Carbohydrate 15.8, Fiber 1, Sugar 2.4, Protein 41.6
Tips:
- Use fresh and high-quality seafood. This will make a big difference in the flavor of your bisque. Opt for seafood that is firm and has a mild, briny smell.
- Don't overcook the seafood. Seafood cooks quickly, so be careful not to overcook it or it will become tough and rubbery. Cook the seafood just until it is opaque and cooked through.
- Use a good quality white wine. The wine will add flavor and depth to the bisque. Choose a dry white wine that you enjoy drinking.
- Don't be afraid to add some spice. A little bit of spice can really enhance the flavor of the bisque. Try adding a pinch of cayenne pepper or Old Bay seasoning.
- Serve the bisque with a garnish. A simple garnish can really elevate the presentation of your bisque. Try garnishing it with chopped fresh herbs, croutons, or a dollop of crème fraîche.
Conclusion:
Seafood bisque is a delicious and versatile soup that can be enjoyed all year round. It is perfect for a quick and easy weeknight meal or a special occasion dinner. With its creamy texture, rich flavor, and hearty ingredients, seafood bisque is sure to please everyone at the table. So next time you are looking for a delicious and satisfying soup, give this seafood bisque recipe a try. You won't be disappointed!
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