Best 3 Creamy Crawfish Bisque Recipes

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Indulge in the epitome of seafood indulgence with this creamy crawfish bisque, a symphony of flavors that will tantalize your taste buds. Prepared with succulent crawfish, a rich and velvety broth, and a medley of aromatic spices, this classic bisque embodies the essence of coastal Louisiana cuisine. Served steaming hot, each spoonful promises a delightful journey through the depths of the sea, leaving you craving more.

Accompanying this delectable bisque is a trio of enticing recipes that elevate the crawfish experience to new heights. Treat yourself to crispy fried crawfish, a delightful appetizer or snack that showcases the crawfish's delicate texture and savory flavor. Alternatively, dive into a hearty crawfish etouffee, where tender crawfish mingle with a rich, flavorful sauce served over fluffy rice. And for a taste of Cajun tradition, try your hand at a classic crawfish boil, a communal feast where crawfish, corn, potatoes, and sausage come together in a pot of seasoned water, creating a feast for the senses.

Here are our top 3 tried and tested recipes!

CREAMY CRAWFISH BISQUE



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This bisque is a creamy style like a lobster bisque but has Cajun twist since it uses a roux. It's a great dish and you'll get rave reviews. This is an easy recipe if you will read thorough the entire recipe and understand the various parts and how they all come together at the end.

Provided by Skeeter

Categories     Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes     Soup Recipes     Seafood

Time 55m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 19

½ cup butter
1 leek, minced
1 large carrot, minced
1 cup minced celery
½ cup butter
½ cup all-purpose flour, or more if needed
2 tablespoons chopped fresh tarragon
2 tablespoons chopped fresh thyme
1 bay leaf
2 tablespoons tomato paste
½ teaspoon ground cayenne pepper
½ cup brandy
3 ½ cups fish stock, divided
1 (14.5 ounce) can diced tomatoes
1 (16 ounce) package crawfish tails, divided
3 cups heavy cream
1 teaspoon salt, or to taste
1 teaspoon white pepper
2 tablespoons paprika, or more to taste

Steps:

  • Melt 1/2 cup butter in a heavy-bottomed stock pot or dutch oven over medium-high heat. Cook and stir the leek, carrot, and celery in the melted butter until tender, 5 to 7 minutes.
  • As the vegetables cook, melt 1/2 cup butter in a skillet over medium heat. Make a roux by cooking and stirring the flour into the butter until just a little golden, just enough to cook off the flour taste. This is not a heavy gumbo roux.
  • Stir the tarragon, thyme, bay leaf, tomato paste, and cayenne pepper to the vegetable mixture; stir to distribute evenly. Pour the brandy over the mixture; cook and stir until the heat cooks off most of the brandy, 2 to 3 minutes. Pour 1 cup of the fish stock over the mixture.
  • Pour the hot mixture into a blender, filling the pitcher no more than halfway. Hold the lid of the blender in place with a folded kitchen towel and carefully start the blender, using a few quick pulses to get the mixture moving before leaving it on to puree. Puree in batches until smooth and pour back into the stock pot. Alternately, you can use a stick blender and puree the mixture in the pot without using the blender.
  • Stir in the roux and 1 cup more of the fish stock to the pureed mixture; return to heat, stirring well.
  • Blend the diced tomatoes and about 3/4 of the crawfish tails together in a blender until smooth; stir into the stock pot. Add the remaining fish stock; stir. Bring the mixture to a boil, reduce heat to medium-low, and simmer another 2 to 3 minutes. Stir the heavy cream through the liquid; return to a simmer, but do not allow to come to a boil. Season with the salt and white pepper. Serve hot in bowls garnished with the remaining crawfish tails and the paprika.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 445.2 calories, Carbohydrate 9.7 g, Cholesterol 162.6 mg, Fat 38.4 g, Fiber 1.4 g, Protein 9.3 g, SaturatedFat 23.6 g, Sodium 661.6 mg, Sugar 2 g

CREAMY CRAWFISH BISQUE



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

Provided by Sheri Raleigh-Yearby

Categories     Cream Soups

Time 50m

Number Of Ingredients 14

4 Tbsp butter, unsalted
1 bunch green onion
1 c onions, diced
1 c red bell pepper
3 c heavy whipping cream
3 c half and half
2 c chicken or seafood stock
1 Tbsp tomato paste
2 lb crawfish tails
1 Tbsp creole seasoning
1/2 tsp cayenne pepper
1 thyme, leaves
1 bay leaf
1 lemon zest, grated

Steps:

  • 1. Saute diced onion, red bell pepper, and green onions in melted butter until soft. Add Crawfish tails and simmer, remove from heat.
  • 2. Add in tomato paste and stock, whisk together well. Slowly add heavy whipping cream, half and half while whisking on low heat.
  • 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!

CREAMY CRAWFISH BISQUE



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Found this on a Tony Chachere's white gravy mix and love it! Very silky in texture and full of flavor. I make this a lot in the fall and winter seasons. Fills the belly and warms the soul!!

Provided by Regina Colucci

Categories     Soups

Number Of Ingredients 9

1/2 c tony chachere's white gravy mix
2 c milk
2 c half and half
1/4 c margarine
1 can(s) corn, cream-style
2 tsp tony chachere's creole seasoning, more if you like it zippy!
1 lb small or med raw cleaned shrimp
1 lb crawfish tails the ones i get are already cooked
1/2 stick real unsalted butter

Steps:

  • 1. In a lrg pot get milk and half and half hot. Whisk in gravy mix and let bubble to thicken. Remove from heat so it doesn't scorch.
  • 2. In skillet melt half stick real unsalted butter.Add shrimp and a dash or two of creole seasoning, cook on med low, they cook fast so make sure you don't overcook. Add crawfish to shrimp and let cook just till warm.
  • 3. Add butter,seasoning,corn to gravy and mix well.Pour skillet of seafood and liquid they cooked in,into gravy mix and stir well.Ready to eat when hot and bubbly!!

Tips:

  • Fresh is best: For the best flavor, use fresh crawfish whenever possible. If you can't find fresh crawfish, frozen crawfish will work in a pinch.
  • Don't overcook the crawfish: Crawfish cooks quickly, so be careful not to overcook it. Overcooked crawfish will be tough and rubbery.
  • Use a good quality stock: The stock you use will make a big difference in the flavor of your bisque. Use a homemade stock if you can, or use a good quality store-bought stock.
  • Don't be afraid to experiment: There are many ways to make creamy crawfish bisque. Feel free to experiment with different ingredients and flavors to find a recipe that you love.

Conclusion:

Creamy crawfish bisque is a delicious and easy-to-make soup that is perfect for a special occasion or a casual weeknight meal. With its rich, creamy flavor and tender crawfish, this soup is sure to be a hit with everyone who tries it. So next time you're looking for a new soup recipe, give creamy crawfish bisque a try.

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