Rich and Flavorful! Homemade Bisque Sauce Recipe
Mastering Homemade Shrimp Bisque Sauce: A Restaurant-Quality Dish at Home
Elevate your everyday meals or special occasions with this deeply savory and rich shrimp bisque sauce. Made from scratch, this versatile sauce can enhance the flavor of pasta, steaks, seafood dishes, and more.
Main Ingredients
- Shrimp heads, prepared (about 1 cup)
- Shrimp shells, prepared (about 1 cup)
- 1 can Tomato paste (approx. 150g)
- 3 Tbsp Olive oil
- 1 Tbsp Butter
- 1/2 cup Milk (approx. 120ml)
- Pinch of black pepper
Cooking Instructions
Step 1
Heat a wide pan over medium heat and add 3 tablespoons of olive oil. Add the prepared shrimp heads and shells, and sauté them thoroughly for about 5-7 minutes. It’s important to cook until the shrimp turn from pink to a duller color and release a fragrant, nutty aroma. This step helps to infuse the oil with the shrimp’s rich flavor.
Step 2
Add 1 can of tomato paste and 1 tablespoon of butter to the sautéed shrimp. Continue to cook for another 2-3 minutes, stirring well. This helps to cook off any raw tomato paste flavor and deepen its umami. The butter will melt and help bind the ingredients together.
Step 3
Pour in 2 cups of water (approx. 400ml, added for consistency) and 1/2 cup of milk. Stir everything together. Bring the mixture to a boil over high heat, then reduce the heat to medium-low, cover, and simmer gently for about 15-20 minutes. Stir occasionally to prevent sticking to the bottom of the pan. The sauce will reduce and thicken.
Step 4
Remove from heat and use an immersion blender to purée the sauce until very smooth. Ensure there are no lumps for a silky texture. If you don’t have an immersion blender, a regular blender can be used. Strain the puréed sauce through a fine-mesh sieve to remove any solids, leaving only the smooth bisque sauce. Season with a pinch of black pepper to enhance the flavor. Serve hot or cool and store for later use.
