Ingredients
Directions 11 steps | 60 Minutes
Measure and prep all ingredients.
![Shrimp Bisque Recipe: Measure and prep all ingredients.](https://res.cloudinary.com/hz3gmuqw6/image/upload/c_fill,w_941,f_auto,q_10/v1686686354/recipes/DSCF0764_6488ca92095af.jpg)
Cook the vegetables. In a medium saucepan over medium heat, heat the olive oil, onions, shallots and garlic. Cook until the vegetables are soft, about 5 minutes.
![Shrimp Bisque Recipe: Cook the vegetables.](https://res.cloudinary.com/hz3gmuqw6/image/upload/c_fill,w_941,f_auto,q_10/v1686686373/recipes/DSCF0769_6488caa45e509.jpg)
Add the chopped Roma tomatoes and stir until blended. Set the mixture aside.
![Shrimp Bisque Recipe: Add the chopped Roma tomatoes and stir until blended.](https://res.cloudinary.com/hz3gmuqw6/image/upload/c_fill,w_941,f_auto,q_10/v1686686386/recipes/DSCF0772_6488cab2098cf.jpg)
In a large saucepan, Dutch oven or stock pot over medium heat, place the flour and butter together. Stir for 2-3 minutes.
![Shrimp Bisque Recipe: In a large saucepan, Dutch oven or stock pot over medium heat, place the flour and butter together.](https://res.cloudinary.com/hz3gmuqw6/image/upload/c_fill,w_941,f_auto,q_10/v1686686388/recipes/DSCF0776_6488cab34dc5c.jpg)
Add the stock, one splash at a time, constantly stirring until a smooth base forms.
![Shrimp Bisque Recipe: Add the stock, one splash at a time, constantly stirring until a smooth base forms.](https://res.cloudinary.com/hz3gmuqw6/image/upload/c_fill,w_941,f_auto,q_10/v1686686415/recipes/DSCF0780_6488cace6f215.jpg)
Then add the milk, one splash at a time.
![Shrimp Bisque Recipe: Then add the milk, one splash at a time.](https://res.cloudinary.com/hz3gmuqw6/image/upload/c_fill,w_941,f_auto,q_10/v1686686432/recipes/DSCF0782_6488cadf71f7f.jpg)
Add the cooked vegetables, fish sauce, cocktail sauce and salt. Lower the heat and cook for a few minutes.
![Shrimp Bisque Recipe: Add the cooked vegetables, fish sauce, cocktail sauce and salt.](https://res.cloudinary.com/hz3gmuqw6/image/upload/c_fill,w_941,f_auto,q_10/v1686686451/recipes/DSCF0788_6488caf2a4c1a.jpg)
Add the cream and season to taste.
![Shrimp Bisque Recipe: Add the cream and season to taste.](https://res.cloudinary.com/hz3gmuqw6/image/upload/c_fill,w_941,f_auto,q_10/v1686686463/recipes/DSCF0791_6488cafeee430.jpg)
Strain the soup through a sieve into a medium bowl, squeezing as much liquid out of the vegetables as possible. Return the soup to the saucepan over low heat.
![Shrimp Bisque Recipe: Strain the soup through a sieve into a medium bowl, squeezing as much liquid out of the vegetables as possible.](https://res.cloudinary.com/hz3gmuqw6/image/upload/c_fill,w_941,f_auto,q_10/v1686686487/recipes/DSCF0795_6488cb17015c1.jpg)
Set aside ten shrimp for garnish. Chop the remaining pre-cooked shrimp and add it to the soup. Heat the soup until the shrimp are warmed through.
![Shrimp Bisque Recipe: Set aside ten shrimp for garnish.](https://res.cloudinary.com/hz3gmuqw6/image/upload/c_fill,w_941,f_auto,q_10/v1686686497/recipes/DSCF0797_6488cb205db97.jpg)
Ladle the shrimp bisque into bowls. Garnish each bowl with reserved shrimp pieces and cilantro leaves. Serve hot and enjoy!
![Shrimp Bisque Recipe: Ladle the shrimp bisque into bowls.](https://res.cloudinary.com/hz3gmuqw6/image/upload/c_fill,w_941,f_auto,q_10/v1686686519/recipes/DSCF0810_6488cb363751d.jpg)
Notes:
- Instead of using precooked shrimp, you can cook about 2 pounds of fresh shrimp, then peel them and add their crushed shells to the stock (if desired).
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